Livestock

Livestock production in Twin Falls County is essential to the viability of the local economy. Twin Falls County is suitable for livestock production because of the climate and various feed sources that are available. Cattle and sheep in the county graze rangeland, pastureland, and crop aftermath. The dairy industry has also had an impact on the crops produced in the Magic Valley. There has been an increase in demand for alfalfa, corn silage, and other feedstuffs utilized on dairy operations. There are some struggles and uncertainties that have become prevalent, which are changing the livestock industries in the county. In recent years, high feed and input costs, volatility in the markets, and the political and legal atmosphere have lead to a decline in beef, dairy, sheep, and swine numbers.


Twin Falls County Livestock Facts

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• Beef cow inventory is 22,800 head (ranked 4th in the state)
• Dairy cow inventory is 78,000 head (ranked 3rd in the state)
• Livestock sales are valued at over 63% of the total value of all agricultural products sold in the county
• 857,000 acres of rangeland
• 151,289 acres of pasture
• 8,800 acres of forest

Livestock Resources

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View links to Programs, Research and Demonstration Trials, 4-H Beef Camp, download livestock publications and Other Resources