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Educational programs and resources for livestock operations in Connecticut

Livestock

We offer educational outreach for livestock operations in Connecticut. Work with our educators to learn more about livestock management and economic development.

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Tri-State SARE Project

Welcome to the Tri-State SARE Project. A professional development opportunity for agricultural service providers and farmers provided by the Northeast SARE state programs in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

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Nutrient Management

UConn Extension offers nutrient management resources for farmers and agricultural land managers, specifically in relation to excess phosphorus and nitrogen. Our work also covers high nitrates in water sources from agriculture. 

News, Updates, and Events

Tri-State SARE 2026 Field Workshops:

Save These Dates:

    • June 9 - UConn - Livestock Unit 1, 3123 Horsebarn Hill Rd, Storrs, CT 06268
    • June 18 - MEATWORKS - 287 State Rd, Westport, MA 02790
    • August 12 - UMass - Hadley Farm 111 N Maple St, Hadley, MA 01035

For more information, see the SARE Events page.

Livestock Updates

  • New World Screwworm Response Animal Movement and Restricted Entry Order (effective July 1, 2026)
  • New World Screwworm - With new cases continuing to appear since the first detection on June 3rd, here's what you need to know. The New World Screwworm (NWS, Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a devastating pest. When NWS fly larvae (maggots) burrow into the flesh of a living animal, they cause serious, often deadly damage to the animal. NWS can infest livestock, pets, wildlife, occasionally birds, and in rare cases, people. Learn more about NWS https://screwworm.gov/or watch this helpful webinar.
    • Report Signs of Animal Disease
      Producers or owners who suspect an animal disease should contact their veterinarian to evaluate the animal or herd. Another resource is the Connecticut Department of Agriculture - State Veterinarian. The State Veterinarian acts as the official epidemiologist for animal and poultry diseases; coordinates state and federal governmental agencies and livestock producers to control diseases; and oversees and guides the development and management of disease control programs performed by the agency.
  • Middlesex Livestock Auction Prices - Please be advised that prices are updated as often as possible but may not represent the most recent data.
  • New Animal Disease Traceability (ADT) Rule in Effect - In April 2024, USDA APHIS announced the final rule that amends and strengthens its animal disease traceability regulations for certain cattle and bison. This rule came into effect on November 5, 2024. USDA’s final rule for cattle ID requires all official tags applied to cattle after November 5, 2024 to be both radio frequency ID (RFID) and visually readable. The State of Connecticut will no longer be supplying silver metal National Uniform Ear tagging System (NUES or ‘brite’) tags for use in cattle. To establish a Premise ID or receive free 840 tags (while supplies last) please contact Resha.Jacquier@ct.gov or 860-713-2541

Latest updates in regards to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)

Stay tuned for more upcoming event announcements!