What Causes Foot Rot in Cattle? OSU Expert Explains | Cow-Calf Corner

(June 13, 2026) Foot rot is a common cattle health issue that can lead to lameness, reduced performance, and economic losses. In this edition of Cow-Calf Corner, Oklahoma State University Extension beef cattle breeding specialist Mark Johnson explains how foot rot develops in cattle and shares practical management tips to help prevent it from affecting your herd. Learn the causes, risk factors, early signs, and prevention strategies that can help keep your cattle healthy and productive. #CowCalfCorner #BeefCattle #FootRot #CattleHealth #OSUExtension 🗞️ Subscribe to the weekly Cow-Calf Corner newsletter here: https://extension.okstate.edu/program... 🔗 For Extension fact sheets & more visit: https://extension.okstate.edu SUNUP is a weekly production agriculture show that airs Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. and Sundays at 6 a.m. on OETA-TV (PBS) all across Oklahoma. The show is produced by the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University, Copyright 2026.