Feedyard treatment trends
Recently released data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) illustrate current trends in feedyard health management practices.
View ArticleRefining mastitis treatment decisions
Use diagnostics and cow history to help guide treatment decisions for those animals that will benefit.
View ArticleCalf scours treatment review
I recently taught a herd-health course to local dairy producers and employees. We spent a considerable amount of time reviewing treatment protocols for common disease, with participants sharing their...
View ArticleTrichomoniasis in cattle
Trichomoniasis, commonly referred to as “trich,” is a venereal disease of cattle caused by a protozoa organism, Tritrichomonas foetus.
View ArticleDeworming spring-born calves (audio)
It's important to deworm spring-born calves even though producers don't like working cattle in the heat and humidity. Kevin Laurent, Extension Beef Cattle Associate, discusses how to cope with the...
View ArticleInnovacyn launches new line of infection-fighting products
Innovacyn Inc. announced the launch of three Vetericyn® products designed to meet the specific needs of the livestock market including dairy animals, beef cattle and swine.
View ArticleCattle management: October timely tips
Check these cattle management tips for your herd as the fall season approaches.
View ArticlePreventing coccidiosis from taking hold of calves this fall
K-State veterinarian Gregg Hanzlicek talks about a disease which frequently afflicts weaned beef calves, coccidiosis, and the preventative steps producers should take to keep this from taking hold in...
View ArticleHerd health: Vaccinations for the cow-calf operation
One of the most common questions in cow/calf production is what vaccines are necessary on an annual basis to keep the herd healthy.
View ArticleCattle Health: Anaplasmosis
Anaplasmosis is an infectious disease in cattle that infects red blood cells. It is transmitted from animal to animal by biting flies ticks and contaminated needles or surgical instruments.
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