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Rhonda Brooks

Agronomy Editor, Farm Journal

Rhonda Brooks is the Agronomy Editor for Farm Journal and AgWeb, covering all aspects of crop production. A Missouri native with a background in agricultural communications, she has previously worked on multiple Farm Journal brands.

Latest Stories
Salmonella infections commonly appear as gastro-intestinal issues; however, S. Dublin most often presents in calves as a respiratory illness.
Dairy Herd
Troubleshooting S. Dublin In Dairy Calves
While Salmonella Dublin can be a problem in adult stock, it has increasingly become a health issue affecting the long-term, potential productivity of calves.
November 19, 2020 09:07 PM
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Holsteins grazing.
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Free Webinar To Address Economic Impact Of Sub-Clinical Hypocalcemia
The webinar is scheduled for 6-7 p.m. CDT tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 23.
November 19, 2020 09:07 PM
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By improving the air ventilation in the dairy calf barn, Gabe Middleton’s experience and industry research show dairy calves are more likely to thrive and have fewer incidences of bovine respiratory disease. He addressed the topic during the 2020 American Association of Bovine Practitioners Recent Graduate Conference.
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PPTV System can Reduce BRD in Dairy Calves by up to 50%
The systems reduce air bacterial counts and noxious agents in barns by driving fresh, outside air into the microenvironment of the calf.
November 19, 2020 09:06 PM
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A team of scientists is asking for help with surveys they need dairy industry members and industry stakeholders to complete.
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Research Team Asks Dairy Industry For Help With Coronavirus Survey
Scientists plan to use an industry wide dairy survey to identify critical areas in the industry and help minimize further health issues, labor disruptions, milk supply shortages and economic risks due to the coronavirus.
November 19, 2020 09:06 PM
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Rhonda Brooks
Partnerships, both formal and informal, can help dairy farmers in their efforts to adopt conservation measures to improve soil and water quality.
Dairy Business News
Conservation Can Put Dollars In Dairy Farmers’ Pockets, Report Shows
A loose coalition of industry partners and others helped operators achieve their conservation goals.
November 11, 2020 11:55 PM
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