Fall 2024
Too hot on the feedlot
Washington ranchers and feedlot owners, like Washington State University alums Will and Nicole Derting, must deal with rising temperatures. » More ...
Animal Sciences
Spring 2024
Chicken eggs
Eggs, heralds of spring, are delicious, full of protein, and one of the top 10 commodities in Washington state. » More ...
Winter 2023
Turkey
A brief history of the favorite bird for holiday feasts » More ...
Winter 2023
Turkey recipes, tips, and trivia
It’s turkey time. Check out some facts, tips, and recipes for a favorite holiday bird.
Read about turkeys in the Winter 2023 In Season article, along with former WSU executive chef Jamie Callison’s roast turkey and stuffing recipe.
Talkin’ turkey
Value of US production: $5.89 billion
US turkey meat production, ready-to-cook weight: 5.56 billion pounds
Total US production, number of birds: 216.5 million
US consumption: 5.09 billion pounds
US consumption per capita: 15.3 pounds (compared to 8.2 pounds in 1970)
US turkey meat exports: 548 million pounds
US average price for whole frozen turkey hens: $1.23 per pound (compared to 96 cents per pound … » More …
Summer 2009
A gallery of creatures—large and small
A selection of animal photos by Chris Anderson and Ingrid Barrentine
Summer 2022
Tips on keeping animals safe during wildfires
Wildfires affect many aspects of a community beyond the charred and devastated landscape. During a major blaze, residents must deal with smoke, fire retardants, evacuations, power outages, disrupted supply chains, and more.
Often forgotten in the equation are the damaging effects wildfire has on domestic animals. Smoke-induced respiratory problems, exposure to firefighting chemicals, and injuries from running through barbed-wire fences are common.
Linda McLean, WSU Extension director for the Colville Reservation helps residents prepare for wildfire season through public workshops and a variety of fire-related resources. She urges all pet and livestock owners to create an emergency evacuation plan for the safe transportation and shelter … » More …
Spring 2022
“So who does that?”
Washington State University staff keep the university humming along on the research and education mission. » More ...
Fall 2021
Briefly noted
Short reviews of books and a podcast from WSU alumni and staff » More ...
Summer 2019
Life with elephants
The Asian elephants at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park have inspired Janine Brown and other scientists for three decades. Brown heads up the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute in Fort Royal, Virginia, the world’s largest reproductive endocrinology lab. » More ...
Winter 2018
Bison recipes and more
Bison (or buffalo) meat is leaner than beef but has a rich flavor. Try out a couple of recipes from the Bison Council, as well as some places around Washington where you can visit the animals.
You can also find more buffalo recipes from the Bison Council on their website.
Heavenly Merlot Bison Short Ribs
Ingredients
Freshly grated zest and juice of two lemons for marinade
½ cup chopped fresh rosemary for marinade
1 tbsp. minced fresh garlic for marinade
Hefty pinch of coarse ground pepper for marinade
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