About UConn Extension's Livestock Program

UConn Extension delivers hands-on, science-based educational programs for livestock producers and agricultural professionals across Connecticut. Our efforts focus on:

• Diversified livestock support—Led by our Diversified Livestock Extension Specialist, we assist producers of beef, sheep, swine, goats, and more with tailored programs, tools, and support.
• Tri-State SARE initiatives—Empowering producers and service providers through workshops and webinars on pasture health, grazing systems, soil nutrition, and sustainable livestock production.
• Nutrient management—Addressing complex challenges like excess nitrogen and phosphorus and ensuring clean, balanced soils and water resources.

Why It Matters

• Strengthens industry resilience: By providing biosecurity planning resources—including a step-by-step template guided by One Health principles—we help protect both animal and human health from disease threats.

• Fits Connecticut’s unique agricultural context: Unlike large-scale Midwest operations, Connecticut farms often work on small plots near urban areas. Our programs are crafted to optimize outcomes in this distinct setting, blending local relevance with broader learnings.

Our Impact in Action

• Guidance on emerging threats: Avian Influenza resources and updates to USDA animal disease traceability regulations reflect our commitment to keeping producers informed and compliant.

• Practical on-farm tools: From biosecurity checklists to soil health webinars and pasture management recordings, our library of resources is designed to be immediately usable and impactful.

• Dedicated expertise: With specialists, our team blends academic rigor with real-world know-how.

Why Choose UConn Extension?

We’re not a one-size-fits-all program—we’re your neighbors, educators, researchers, and advocates rolled into one. From “listening sessions” to lab-based insights, we build relationships grounded in care, expertise, and tailored solutions. Whether you're safeguarding your herd, planning pasture improvements, or exploring cutting-edge breeding strategies, UConn Extension is here for you. Reach out to connect with an Extension professional, find tools like our biosecurity template, or register for an upcoming webinar. Let’s grow together—sustainably, profitably, and smart.