Industry News
NIAA supports animal welfare, not activists’ “humane education”
Domesticated animals deserve respect and care. That’s animal welfare—and a priority of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA), an organization comprised of livestock, equine, poultry and aquaculture producers, producer organizations, veterinarians, extension personnel, academicians, scientists, Federal and state regulatory agencies and allied industry.
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John Maday named editor of Bovine Veterinarian brand
John Maday has been promoted to editor of Bovine Veterinarian, effective May 1.
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Hidden impacts of FMD
Outbreaks of foot and mouth disease (FMD) result in a range of direct and indirect costs, and public opinion can play a significant role in response and outcomes. Those were key messages as Sebastian Heath, VetMB, PhD, branch chief of program development with the Federal Emergency Management Agency kicked off this week’s FMD Symposium in Louisville, Ky. The symposium, focusing on FMD preparedness, took place in conjunction with the National Institute for Animal Agriculture’s annual conference.
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Livestock Disaster Protection Act introduced in the House
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) supports the efforts of Rep. Kristi Noem (R-S.D.) in introducing legislation that would provide a safety net for livestock owners across the nation.
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Cattle Production Veterinarian Hall of Fame nominees announced
Six legendary cattle veterinarians have been nominated for the 2013 Cattle Production Veterinarian Hall of Fame, which celebrates the rich traditions of production veterinary medicine by honoring exceptional individuals who have made lasting contributions to the veterinary profession.
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New company, VaxLiant, offers innovative vaccine adjuvants
Novel technology and experience streamlining vaccine development make VaxLiant unique.
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NBQA producer survey results and top priorities
The 2011 National Beef Quality Audit surveyed producers in all sectors of the industry on their practices.
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Act now to decrease impact of vitamin A deficiency in cattle
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef veterinarian Grant Dewell said effects of last year’s drought are evident at the Iowa State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in the form of an increasing number of calves with vitamin A deficiency.
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AVMA lauds action on bill to amend Controlled Substance Act
The legislation will make it possible for veterinarians to legally provide complete care to their animal patients.
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Online short course offers overview of immune system, vaccines
The new course “Introduction to Immunology and Principles of Vaccination” is designed for individuals working in animal health who want an overview of the immune system and how vaccines work.
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Calif. county votes to subsidize dairy inspection fees
Inspections play an important role in the dairy industry, and in California dairy inspections are now costing a lot more. One county, however, is helping to shield the state’s struggling dairy farms already hit hard in recent years.
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