K-State Research and Extension

Health and Regulations

K-State Research and Extension works to provide non-biased, research based information so producers can effectively manage the health of their livestock.  

The following documents are designed to inform you about current and ongoing issues in the livestock industry.  As always, if you need additional information feel free to give the Extension Office a call.

• Ergot Issues in Pastures
     Update from Jaymelynn Farney, KSRE Beef Systems Specialist

• Nitrate Toxicity
     K-State Research and Extension 

• Nitrates and Prussic Acid in Forages
     Texas A&M University

• Prussic Acid Poisoning 
     K-State Research and Extension 

• Forage Crops - Grazing Management: Toxic Plants
     Jaymelynn Farney, KSRE Beef Systems Specialist; Doug Shoup, 
     Agronomist; Dave Rethorst, DVM, College of Veterinary Medicine; Dale 
     Blasi, Beef Stocker Management Specialist; John Holman, Agronomist, 
     Cropping Systems

Additional Resources: 

Beef

• CattleTrace.org

• Identification and Management of Blue-green Algae in Farm Ponds

• Are You Ready for Calving?
• Bloat Prevention and Treatment in Cattle

• Why Livestock Producers Should Care About Antibiotic Resistance
• How Bacteria Become Resistant to Antibiotics

• FDA-Approved Injectable Beef Cattle Antimicrobials

• Proper Handling & Administration of Cattle-Health Products

Swine

• Swine Management Practices to Reduce the Need for Antibiotics