Clinical Sciences

The Integrated Livestock Management program at Colorado State University was established in 1996 to focus on animal health and production challenges in the livestock industries. We engage directly with producers to conduct field-based research using a graduate studies model that develops highly skilled professionals of the future. We develop problem-solving information and education for producers and veterinarians.

This website provides access to research results from studies of numerous cattle health challenges, including dairy cow mastitis, dairy mortality, dystocia, Johne’s disease, high mountain disease (bovine pulmonary hypertension), cattle sulfate toxicity, and malignant catarrhal fever. Refer to the research projects below or find them all in our Research page. The site also provides producer friendly tools and educational programs we have developed to help manage some of these frequently occurring problems in cattle production systems. See the full list of guides on our Producer Information page.

In 2020 CSU began developing the AgNext program, a university-based initiative with the mission of identifying and scaling innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Integrated Livestock Management is one part of AgNext, contributing animal health research, education, and innovation as important components of thriving, sustainable animal agriculture systems.