Monitoring failure of passive transfer in calves
This article looks at using a refractometer to determine failure of passive transfer and how to apply that information to your colostrum management program.
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Dairy Heifer Raiser study raises red flag
Recently released information from the USDA's National Animal Health Monitoring System sheds light on the practice of using a single needle to vaccinate multiple heifers.
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Don't let your guard down on Johne's
Here are some relatively easy and inexpensive management practices that you can use to minimize the level of infection in calves and the impact of this disease in your herd.
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New calf health fact sheet
Early identification of sick dairy calves is important to their survival and future milk production. Use this two-step process for identifying potentially sick calves.
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Quantify immune protection in calves
Protection against infections among young dairy calves is directly related to antibody levels in their blood. Here is some advice on when to test for immunity.
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Keep baby calves warm
The Dairy Calf and Heifer Association provides tips for protecting baby calves from winter’s chill.
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Did that calf get enough good quality colostrum?
Whether raising, buying or selling calves, producers should be concerned about the calf’s immune status, by knowing if they’re getting enough good quality colostrum.
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Cornell offers only U.S. salmonella dublin test for cattle
A test for the cattle disease salmonella dublin that is cheaper, quicker, safer and more sensitive than traditional bacteriological tests is now available for the first time in the United States.
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Double dip those navels
Dipping the navel should be the first and last thing done when processing newborn calves.
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Antibiotic Residue Prevention Manual available to dairy producers
The National Milk Producers Federation has released a revised version of its Milk and Dairy Beef Drug Residue Prevention Manual for 2013.
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Dairy Focus: Calves and cleanliness a vital health relationship
Sanitation of feeding equipment is one of the most important components of keeping calves healthy.
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