University of Wyoming Range Extension

08/25/2025

https://wyoextension.org/hotspringscounty/wyoming-emergency-hay-assistance/

If you would like to donate hay to those impacted by wildfire, please see this webpage.

Wyoming Emergency Hay Assistance Wildfire is part of life in Wyoming. During fire season, quick problem-solving and neighbors helping neighbors can make all the difference. This site, created by th…

01/29/2024

The University of Wyoming Extension is hosting an artificial insemination school April 22-24, 2024! The school will be hosted at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds in Thermopolis, WY.
Contact the Hot Springs County Extension office at (307)864-3421 or [email protected] for more information! Limited spots are available!!!

01/24/2024

01/23/2024

📣 🚜 Calling all Wyoming farmers! Struggling with soil pH levels soaring above 7? Don’t worry—you’re not alone! Explore this incredible 2-day seminar dedicated to mastering the art of handling alkaline soil and optimizing crop fertility in Wyoming! 🚜

🌐 🔗 Learn more here: https://uwagnews.com/2024/01/03/farming-above-7-2024/

Don’t miss out on key insights that will pave your way to successful farming 🌟 Save the date and secure your spot now! 🗓️👩‍🌾 🌾🚜

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/Farming7pH

🔗 Let the hosts at UW Extension Johnson County know you're going and stay in the loop on event updates 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/1071991650648708?active_tab=about

08/15/2023

05/10/2023

Death camas is a common plant in the west and can be poisonous to animals and people. This video discusses the variety of microsites on rangelands where this plant can occur. Always consult a veterinarian or a medical professional if poisoning in animals or humans occurs respectively.

Death camas is a common plant in the west and can be poisonous to animals and people. This video discusses the variety of microsites on rangelands where thi...

05/04/2023

Alkaloids are one of the most common types of toxins in plants and include caffeine, ni****ne, and morphine as used by humans. This video describes what alkaloids are, how they occur in plants, and 4 examples of specific plants and animal problems associated with alkaloids. Always consult a veterinarian or a medical professional if poisoning in animals or humans occurs respectively.

Alkaloids are one of the most common types of toxins in plants and include caffeine, ni****ne, and morphine as used by humans. This video describes what alk...

05/01/2023

Lichens are common in western rangelands. Poisoning of elk and sheep has been noted particularly if the availability of other forages is limited. This video presents when such toxicosis could occur, a case study of elk and sheep, and ideas for avoidance. Always consult a veterinarian or medical professional if poisoning in animals or humans occur respectively.

Lichens are common in western rangelands. Poisoning of elk and sheep has been noted particularly if the availability of other forages is limited. This vide...

04/29/2023

Nitrates are a common toxin in plants that occur in weedy plants and agronomic forage/feed crops particularly if growing conditions (moisture, temperature, fertility) are limiting. This video describes how nitrates occur in plants, how nitrate is converted to nitrite and becomes problematic in ruminant livestock, and strategies for testing forages, treating animals, or avoiding poisoning. Always consult a veterinarian or a medical professional if poisoning in animals or humans occurs respectively.

Nitrates are a common toxin in plants that occur in weedy plants and agronomic forage/feed crops particularly if growing conditions (moisture, temperature, f...

04/28/2023

Veratrum, or false hellebore, is a native forb in high elevations that can cause deformities in lambs including cycloptic or one-eyed lambs. This video discusses where these plants occur, when this disorder may occur relative to intake and gestation, and ideas for treatment and avoidance. Always consult a veterinarian or a medical professional if poisoning in animals or humans occurs respectively.

Veratrum, or false hellebore, is a native forb in high elevations that can cause deformities in lambs including cycloptic or one-eyed lambs. This video disc...

04/25/2023

Death camas is a common plant in the west and can be poisonous to animals and people. This video shows photos and video from the Laramie valley of Wyoming in late April 2023 of what the death camas plants look like in the spring of the year. Always consult a veterinarian or a medical professional if poisoning in animals or humans occurs respectively.

Death camas is a common plant in the west and can be poisonous to animals and people. This video shows photos and video from the Laramie valley of Wyoming i...