Arctic Cold Temps Blasts Through The Nation

  • Rieken’s prepared their horses by giving extra hay and placing blankets on them. -Photo by Fran Rieken
    Rieken’s prepared their horses by giving extra hay and placing blankets on them. -Photo by Fran Rieken
  • Conner Russell (age 11) bundles up to help his dad hay the animals. -Photo by Doug Russell Jr.
    Conner Russell (age 11) bundles up to help his dad hay the animals. -Photo by Doug Russell Jr.
  • Dr. Lance Kurz stands in front of his newly rennovated Veterinary Clinic before heading out on a Farm Call.
    Dr. Lance Kurz stands in front of his newly rennovated Veterinary Clinic before heading out on a Farm Call.
  • -Photo by Jacob Johnson-Nebraska through The Lens
    -Photo by Jacob Johnson-Nebraska through The Lens
  • Arctic Cold Temps Blasts Through The Nation
    Arctic Cold Temps Blasts Through The Nation

    Advice For Livestock Producers And Pet Owners From Dr. Lance Kurz

    With temperatures dropping as far as -40 degree wind chill last week, farmers and ranchers scrambled to prepare their livestock for the artic temps.

    Although cold weather is not new to us here in the midwest plains, we still need to take percautions when it comes to the care of our animals. With frostbitten hands, frozen feet, and ici…