LIVESTOCK ID'S AFFIDAVITS
LIVESTOCK ID'S/AFFIDAVITS
Absolute deadline to submit is June 15th.
Affidavits are required for Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goats, Horse, Rabbits.
Some files are fillable, Open file(s), save to your computer, open saved file, fill in information, save again. This can than be printed and delivered to Extension Office or email to: tpeterson3@unl.edu
SUMMER CAMPS
Face Flies
Face flies can carry pinkeye and eyeworms, and cause millions of dollars of economic damage every year. Learn more about controlling face flies at https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/face-flies-pastured-cattle/.
Ranch Drought Website
The new Managing Drought Risk on the Ranch website provides land managers with a variety of resources to monitor drought, manage the ranch before and during drought, learn about assistance programs, and more. Check it out at https://ranchdrought.unl.edu/.
Cattle THI Chart
Using the Cattle Temperature Humidity Index (THI) is a good way to determine when heat conditions have reached the point in which you need to implement strategies to reduce cattle heat stress. Visit https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/resources-helping-cattle-deal-heat-stress/ for more resources on helping cattle cope with summer heat.
Food Safety
Smoked Meat Safety
On July Fourth, the aroma of barbecue will fill the air as the festivities bring together family and friends to celebrate with food that is grilled or smoked. Food is the biggest staple when it comes to celebrating Independence Day, aside from the fireworks. Whether you’re sizzling burgers on the grill or slow-cooking ribs in the smoker, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service is urging everyone to take food safety precautions during food preparations. https://go.unl.edu/smokersafety #UNLFoodSafety
Five Summer Party Tips
Don’t forget about food safety when having parties and gatherings that involve food. Nothing would dampen the celebration like making people sick. Whether you’re preparing all the food yourself, or doing it pot-luck style, there are several things you can do to reduce the risk of foodborne illness at your event. https://go.unl.edu/summer-party-food-safe #UNLFoodSafety
Gillling 101
Grilling is a popular cooking method during the summer. It's well known for no-fuss clean-up and that smoky, grilled flavor no other cooking method can mimic. If you're not an expert griller, don't worry! Follow the easy steps from the Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner website for tasty and safe grilling tips. https://go.unl.edu/grilling #UNLFoodSafety
Food Safety When Fishing
Proper handling of fish from the time you catch them until you get them to the table will help maintain optimum eating quality and food safety. Keep the following fish handling tips in mind: https://go.unl.edu/fish #UNLFoodSafety
Haskell Happenings
Haskell Happenings Newsletter
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Find our latest edition here: https://hal.unl.edu/haskell-happenings-newsletter/
