Dehorning dilemmas
The cattle industry is encouraged to dehorn young calves with pain mitigation; several countries are already ahead of the U.S. with these procedures.
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Use antibiotics appropriately
Different parts of the scientific and medical communities have been at odds with each other for some time over the use of antibiotics in livestock production and linking that to antibiotic resistance in humans. Even though scientific evidence currently supports continued use of antibiotics in livestock, it is important for producers to make sure they are using these products responsibly and judiciously.
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The Johne’s danger zone
Are your newborn calves at risk for contracting Johne’s in the maternity pen? Results from two research studies indicate that the maternity pen is a high-risk area for the spread of Johne’s disease. Find out what you can do to manage Johne’s disease risk in maternity pens.
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Remember: pasteurization does not equal sterilization
If you use an on-farm pasteurizer, it’s important to keep in mind that pasteurization does not equal sterilization.
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Keeping tabs on body temps
Purdue University recently took a look at infrared temperature guns and their accuracy in measuring calf body temperatures.
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Consider the variables in fly control
As weather becomes warmer, it's a good time to focus on preventing the problems flies cause for cattle and optimum production goals.
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What are the odds your heifers will make it to second lactation?
Ever wonder what the odds are that the heifers you’re raising will complete their first or second lactation? Researchers in Spain have recently completed a study that looks at the associations between different aspects of heifer development and dairy cow survivability to second lactation.
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Tendon troubles in newborn calves require quick attention
Every now and then calves are born with a condition called contracted tendons. It results in the calf not being able to straighten out its front pasterns so they can put their hooves flat on the ground.
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A mother’s touch?
New research reported in the March Journal of Dairy Science examines whether or not “artificial mothering” or verbal and physical stimulation by humans can impact passive transfer of immunoglobulins in newborn calves.
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Study examines sand bedding as source of infection for calves
Can calves contract mycoplasma from mycoplasma-contaminated sand bedding? New research from the March 2011 issue of the Journal of Dairy Science addresses this question.
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The first moments of protection
Factors impacting colostrum production and a calf’s response can make or break good calf immunity.
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