Soaring temperatures, humidity take toll on cattle
Compared to people, cattle have a distinct disadvantage when it comes to handling some kinds of heat. Soaring temperatures and high humidity are taking a deadly toll, a Kansas State University veterinarian said. Full story.
Scours and pneumonia treatment introduced
In August 2009, the Food and Drug Administration published new regulations for how the combination of neomycin and oxytetracycline (neo/oxy) can be used in calf feeds. Feeds manufactured under the previous regulation with a 2 to1 ratio of neo-oxy must be out of retail distribution by Oct. 2. Full story.
Anaplasmosis prevention, an all-season program
Many Oklahoma beef producers associate anaplasmosis with horse flies, and keep up a prevention program only during the fly season. Unfortunately, many of these same producers are still experiencing anaplasmosis problems well into the winter, because biting flies are only a minor vector compared to other ways the disease can be transferred.
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Hot, dry spell tough on herdsmen, animals
Virginia's near-drought is hitting herdsmen and their cattle especially hard.
The Virginia Farm Bureau reports that the heat and parched conditions are taking a toll on the animals and pastures. According to the state office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, 90 percent of the state reported topsoil moisture levels as very short or short. Full story. 'Frothy Bloat' killing Kentucky cattle
A potentially fatal condition called "frothy bloat" is afflicting Kentucky cattle herds and prompting state officials to ask the USDA to include the condition in a program allowing farmers to request reimbursement for losses.
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Limit feeding for heat stress
Limit feeding can be useful in the summer to reduce heat stress on animals. Full story.
Metritis risk factors
The goal of fresh cow programs is to transition cows into high production while ensuring a healthy return to reproductive cyclicity. Shortly after calving, lactation energy demands start to compete for nutrients. Reduced nutrient availability can then leave fresh cows more susceptible to diseases and reproductive challenges. Full story.
AABP/AVC pre-registration ends Aug. 1
Make sure to pre-register for the AABP/AVC conference by Aug. 1 to get pre-registration rates. After Aug. 1, registration will be considered on-site and fees will be higher. Full story.
AVMA resources on livestock antimicrobials
Healthy animals make healthy food, and veterinarians are on the frontlines when it comes to keeping our nation's food supply safe. Antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance are hot issues in the news right now, and there's a lot of confusion and misinformation in the media and on the Internet. Full story.
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There is still time to register for some great summer bovine veterinary meetings. Visit www.BovineVetOnline.com/calendar for information on: - NCBA Summer Conference
- AABP/AVC Joint meeting
- Central Veterinary Conference
- NMC Regional Meeting
- Livestock Biotech Summit
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