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Agriculturalist of the Year

Published February 16, 2025

The NDSU Saddle and Sirloin Club paid tribute to former NDSU Extension Veterinarian and Livestock Stewardship Specialist Gerry Stokka over the weekend, recognizing him as the Agriculturalist of the Year. "My main goal and purpose has always been to talk about…

Saddle & Sirloin Club to Honor Stokka

Published January 6, 2025

The NDSU Saddle and Sirloin Club will present its Little International Agriculturalist of the Year Award to Dr. Gerald Stokka. Stokka is the NDSU Extension veterinarian and livestock stewardship specialist. The award will be presented at the Little ‘I’ on…

Consider Your Fly Control Timing

Published May 28, 2024

According to NDSU Extension Veterinarian Gerald Stokka, it is important to pay attention to cattle to know when to utilize fly control. "Cattle suffer the most when they are bunched up under shade. You can do something to alleviate some…

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Patience Needed

Published April 30, 2024

Turning cattle out to pastures too early will influence grass conditions later in the season. "Hold back as long as you can because if you nip the grass off now, you'll have stunted growth later on," said Dr. Gerald Stokka,…

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As Good As it Gets

Published February 26, 2024

NDSU Extension Veterinarian and Livestock Stewardship Specialist Dr. Gerald Stokka is pleased with the cattle conditions this winter. “From a cow standpoint for North Dakota, this is probably as good as it gets.” Some producers have been able to graze…

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Cattle Adapt to Cold Conditions

Published January 18, 2024

Feeding cattle in cold weather demands additional management. During the North Dakota Stockmen's Association Feeder Council's Beyond the Bunk Workshop in Towner, NDSU Extension Veterinarian Gerald Stokka said the cattle can acclimate to these conditions. "If you're looking at cattle…

Take Proactive Steps Against Anthrax

Published July 12, 2023

Anthrax has not been confirmed in North Dakota since 2021. NDSU Extension Veterinarian Gerald Stokka advises ranchers to be alert for the disease, especially in areas where outbreaks happened previously. "The disease can preserve itself by producing spores that remain…

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Preparing for Calving

Published March 2, 2023

Nutrition is critically important for cow/calf operations. NDSU Extension Livestock Stewardship Specialist Gerald Stokka says nutrition was a big topic. "Cold weather and heat makes a difference in nutrition and keeping track of body scores can help determine how effective…

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Avoid Calving Issues

Published January 2, 2023

Sire selection and paying attention to Estimated Progeny Differences are the key to avoiding calving problems. according to North Dakota State University Extension Veterinarian Dr. Gerald Stokka. "Once we understood the value of EPDs, the number of C-sections done in…

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Cattle Management in Winter Conditions

Published December 14, 2022

With heavy snow across the Midwest this past week, livestock producers should be cautious. NDSU Extension Livestock Stewardship Specialist Gerald Stokka recommends keeping a close eye on weaned calves following a storm. Hypothermia and frostbite may be apparent immediately afterwards,…

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Articles tagged under: Dr. Gerald Stokka

Agriculturalist of the Year

Saddle & Sirloin Club to Honor Stokka

Consider Your Fly Control Timing

Patience Needed

As Good As it Gets

Cattle Adapt to Cold Conditions

Take Proactive Steps Against Anthrax

Preparing for Calving

Avoid Calving Issues

Cattle Management in Winter Conditions

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