Wyoming launches new hunger initiative program
May 20, 2021
First Lady Jennie Gordon’s Wyoming Hunger Initiative is proud to partner with University of Wyoming Extension to launch a new program under the Food from the Farm and Ranch banner called Grow a Little Extra.
University of Wyoming Extension is doing work around the state with their Master Garde. For access to this article please sign in or subscribe.
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A new University of Wyoming Extension publication aids producers as they determine when to sell their calves.
The Stocker Steer Quandary: The Price Slide is available for download as a PDF, HTML or ePub at http://bit.ly/B-1371.
This publication can help producers understand how fall feeder cattle prices are affected by weight, feed prices and finished cattle prices, which may impact how they manage livestock in the spring or summer, shared John Ritten, interim associate dean, co-author and professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics.
“A steep/wide price slide tells them the price difference between weight classes is changing rapidly, so they should be more intentional about observing the markets in order to find the best time to sell,” said Tevyn Baldwin, graduate student and co-author of the publication.
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May 12, 2021 | 6:24 AM
Extension beef cattle specialists from South Dakota State University (SDSU), North Dakota State University (NDSU), Montana State University and the University of Wyoming are now accepting registrations for the educational series, Mineral Nutrition for the Beef Cow Herd.
The webinar sessions will be held June 8, 10, 15, 17 and 22 from 6:30–8pm MT (7:30–9pm CST). Additional webinars will be held in the fall, with dates to be announced.
Started in South Dakota in 2017 and extended to North Dakota in 2018, the program was spurred by an increased interest in grazing mineral nutrition.
“I am excited about the opportunity to expand this program into Montana and Wyoming to reach a larger number of beef cattle producers and help them make positive changes to their mineral program, health of their cattle and the profitability of their operations,” says Adele Harty, SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist. “This program has evolve
BROOKINGS Extension beef cattle specialists from South Dakota State University, North Dakota State University, Montana State University and the University of Wyoming are now accepting registrations for the educational series, Mineral Nutrition for the Beef Cow Herd. Started in South Dakota in 2017 and extended to North Dakota in 2018, the program was spurred by an increased interest in grazing mineral nutrition. I am excited about the opportunity to expand this program into Montana and Wyoming to reach a larger number of beef cattle producers and help them make positive changes to their mineral program, health of their cattle and the profitability of their operations, said Adele Harty, SDSU Extension cow/calf field specialist. This program has evolved, and improvements have been made every year to address the challenges and concerns brought forth by participants. As a result, this program provides hands-on, individualized assistance to ranchers that can make a meaningful differ
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Physical scientist Raymond Hunt (left) and Amy Parker Williams, formerly a graduate student at the University of Wyoming, measure spectral reflectance of flowering leafy spurge with a spectrometer. Extension booklets to help Wyoming residents diversify their landscapes.
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Two University of Wyoming Extension publications to help Wyomingites diversify their landscapes are now available for download as a PDF or ePub format.
“Adding annuals and perennials is a great way to add color and interest to a landscape,” said Chris Hilgert, statewide Master Gardener coordinator and co-author.
Landscaping: Flowering Annuals for Wyoming, https://bit.ly/B1170R, outlines the various species and cultivators available for Wyoming climates.