Cattle temperament, immunity and performance
Flighty cattle are difficult and sometimes dangerous to handle, and according to a report from USDA and university researchers, they could be better at concealing disease. According to a recent article in Agricultural Research magazine, from USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, reducing adverse consequences of stressful incidents and identifying animals that may react differently to stressors may benefit cattle’s growth and health. FULL STORY »LATEST NEWS
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AMI’s Jane Riley discusses the response to its “Glass Walls Project,” developed with Dr. Temple Grandin to offer the public an objective, non-scripted look at livestock slaughter.
John Maday | May 9, 2013
AMI’s Jane Riley discusses the response to its “Glass Walls Project,” developed with Dr. Temple Grandin to offer the public an objective, non-scripted look at livestock slaughter.
John Maday | May 9, 2013
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- 100K Pathogen Genome Project maps first genomes
- USDA approves newly formulated PULMO-GUARD vaccine for cattle
- UK first in EU to get Merck's new Schmallenberg vaccine
- K-State launches MAB program for animal health professionals
- Zoetis, Texas Tech partner in Salmonella research
- K-State animal sciences faculty member honored
