1771 - Flies, Lice and Ticks...Skin Condition in Cattle

Agriculture Today

• Insects in Cattle and Horses
• Photosensitization in Cattle
• Sweet Potato Harvest

00:01:05 – Insects in Cattle and Horses: Cassandra Olds, K-State veterinary entomologist, starts the show by explaining what insect pests cattle and horse producers could be dealing with. She also previews what should be prepared for, next year.

Late Summer and Fall Insect Pest Control in Cattle and Horses

00:12:05 – Photosensitization in Cattle: K-State veterinary toxicologist Scott Fritz progresses today’s show by talking through a costly skin condition in cattle known as photosensitization.

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00:23:05 – Sweet Potato Harvest: Ending the show is K-State instructor and horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, as she explains how to harvest and cure sweet potatoes.

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Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.

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