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Flies and Fly Problems
Information on the types of flies found on farms that may need to be controlled from 'Fly Management: How to Comply with Your Environmental Permit' from the UK's Environment Agency. ...
Information on the types of flies found on farms that may need to be controlled from 'Fly Management: How to Comply with Your Environmental Permit' from the UK's Environment Agency. ...
Acidosis Feed Additives Trial
Acidosis in the rumen can be controlled by feed additives and according to Helen Golder, a PhD student at the University of Sydney, virginiamycin or a sodium bicarbonate and magnesium oxide blend could be suitable options....
Acidosis in the rumen can be controlled by feed additives and according to Helen Golder, a PhD student at the University of Sydney, virginiamycin or a sodium bicarbonate and magnesium oxide blend could be suitable options....
The Prevalence of Lameness on New Zealand Dairy Farms : A Comparison of Farmer Perception and Mobility Scoring
This study, by Jessica Fabian, Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences, Massey University compared prevalence of lameness with farmer perceptions in cows kept in New Zealand pasture conditions. ...
This study, by Jessica Fabian, Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences, Massey University compared prevalence of lameness with farmer perceptions in cows kept in New Zealand pasture conditions. ...
Spring and Lameness
Keep feet dry to prevent the passage of infectious agents and use foot baths as prevention rather than cure, advises Alvaro Garcia Professor & SDSU Extension Dairy Field Specialist...
Keep feet dry to prevent the passage of infectious agents and use foot baths as prevention rather than cure, advises Alvaro Garcia Professor & SDSU Extension Dairy Field Specialist...
Use of Nutraceuticals for Improving Animal Health During the Transition Period of Dairy Cows
Feeding fatty acids such as omega-3 and conjugated linoleic acid to peripatrurient cows can reduce common health issues such as inflammation, metabolic and infectious diseases, digestive disorders and oxidative stress, according to Italian researchers....
Feeding fatty acids such as omega-3 and conjugated linoleic acid to peripatrurient cows can reduce common health issues such as inflammation, metabolic and infectious diseases, digestive disorders and oxidative stress, according to Italian researchers....
Feasibility of Introducing Methods to Reduce Shedding of E. coli O157 in Cattle
The use of probiotics in feed, vaccination of animals and a combined package of eight biosecurity measures were the main methods of a study by the British Food Standards Agency which shortlisted good on-farm controls for reducing E. coli O157 shedding...
The use of probiotics in feed, vaccination of animals and a combined package of eight biosecurity measures were the main methods of a study by the British Food Standards Agency which shortlisted good on-farm controls for reducing E. coli O157 shedding...
An Integrated Investigation of Uterine Disease
Teagasc researchers and University partners are developing biomarkers for the early detection of uterine disease. ...
Teagasc researchers and University partners are developing biomarkers for the early detection of uterine disease. ...
Heat Stress During the Dry Period Affects Calves Too
Research from the University of Florida shows that calves exposed to heat stress before birth have lower birth weights and compromised immunity....
Research from the University of Florida shows that calves exposed to heat stress before birth have lower birth weights and compromised immunity....
New Discovery Makes Detecting Johne’s Disease Easier
USDA scientists have got round the issue of inaccurate Johne's disease testing by finding an antibody that specifically reacts to the Johne's bacterium. ...
USDA scientists have got round the issue of inaccurate Johne's disease testing by finding an antibody that specifically reacts to the Johne's bacterium. ...
Strategic Use of Diagnostics
With such a wide choice of diagnostic tests available, Life Technologies explains how to choose the best option in any given situation....
With such a wide choice of diagnostic tests available, Life Technologies explains how to choose the best option in any given situation....
Colostrum Supplements and Replacers: What is the Difference?
Instructions accompanying colostrum should be carefully read and followed, advises Janna Kincheloe Back, South Dakota State Univeristy Extension Research Associate who adds that quality colostrum should only contain 50g/l of primary immunoglobulin....
Instructions accompanying colostrum should be carefully read and followed, advises Janna Kincheloe Back, South Dakota State Univeristy Extension Research Associate who adds that quality colostrum should only contain 50g/l of primary immunoglobulin....
What to Look For in an Oral Electrolyte Product
The important features of calf diarrhea medication are outlined by Dr Michelle Arnold, Large Ruminant Extension Veterinarian, University of Kentucky. ...
The important features of calf diarrhea medication are outlined by Dr Michelle Arnold, Large Ruminant Extension Veterinarian, University of Kentucky. ...
Netting Flies and Mosquitoes Protects Livestock, Boosts Milk Yields
Using insect nets dosed with insecticide has been shown to treble milk yields and is a useful management practice for Kenyan farmers who, as urbanisation continues to swallow up pasture, house more and more cattle inside. ...
Using insect nets dosed with insecticide has been shown to treble milk yields and is a useful management practice for Kenyan farmers who, as urbanisation continues to swallow up pasture, house more and more cattle inside. ...
Florida Dairy Industry Statistics: Herd Performance Measures and Benchmarks
Wide ranging aspects of Florida dairy herds are analysed in this paper from University of Florida including lactation peak and milk quality. The huge swings in herd numbers across the state show quick recovery from the 90's decline by K.G. Arriola and...
Wide ranging aspects of Florida dairy herds are analysed in this paper from University of Florida including lactation peak and milk quality. The huge swings in herd numbers across the state show quick recovery from the 90's decline by K.G. Arriola and...
Real World Vitamin Recommendations
Proper animal nutrition is backed up by sound knowledge of cattle vitamin requirements. Bill Weiss, Professor of Animal Sciences, Ohio State University reviews the current Nutrient Requirements of Dairy Cattle (NRC), concluding they are a useful nutrition...
Proper animal nutrition is backed up by sound knowledge of cattle vitamin requirements. Bill Weiss, Professor of Animal Sciences, Ohio State University reviews the current Nutrient Requirements of Dairy Cattle (NRC), concluding they are a useful nutrition...
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