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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.

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Benefits
Education
POC Chemistry Analyzers Can Be Practical For On-Farm, Patient-Side Use
Amanda Kreuder says the analyzers allow her to provide more targeted therapy to many of her patients, because they can rapidly diagnose acid-base and electrolyte abnormalities
August 19, 2021 07:06 AM
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A succession plan can help you develop a valuable legacy.
Industry
An Enduring Legacy
Rural communities face ongoing challenges to recruit and retain veterinarians. Dr. Robert Bogan, in an effort to recruit his own replacement, has used a unique and awe-inspiring strategy.
August 17, 2021 01:24 PM
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Hereford cattle
Industry
Company Rebranded As Axiota Animal Health
Two of the primary products marketed by the rebranded company are Multimin 90 and Lactipro. The company also announced it has formed a an animal health dairy team.
August 09, 2021 02:57 PM
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Beef alliance
New Products
Label Update Addresses Pyrexia In Beef And Dairy Cattle
Zoetis Draxxin KP is designed to control bovine respiratory disease and, specifically, fever.
August 03, 2021 11:54 AM
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feedlot
New Products
New Tool Predicts Animals That Can Benefit From Treatment For BRD
The technology was developed exclusively for feedlot and backgrounded cattle for use on arrival.
August 02, 2021 12:56 PM
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wheat
Education
More Wheat Use Likely In Feed Rations This Fall
With the marketplace signaling higher prices for corn this fall, many beef producers will likely look at whether to use more wheat in their feed rations.
July 26, 2021 03:38 PM
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A protocol overhaul helped the team at Singing Brook Farms, Imler, Pa., up their game in colostrum delivery. Two of their key managers share how they now seamlessly deliver high-quality colostrum to every newborn calf.
Education
Stay on Top of Neonatal Calf Dehydration
Calves with a hydration status of less than 8% dehydrated and relatively normal mentation can be treated with oral fluid therapy. With severe dehydration – generally above 8% – you likely need to provide IV therapy.
July 21, 2021 03:52 PM
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Research team is working on novel vaccine and diagnostic strategies aimed at better control and prevention measures targeting swine infectious diseases. This includes porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), classical swine fever virus (CSF), African swine fever (ASF), and other emerging viral diseases of swine.
Industry
New Online Resource for Animal Drug Label Updates From FDA
The agency says the information is being provided “in an effort to improve transparency and communication with veterinarians and the public.”
July 16, 2021 12:28 PM
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Veterinary Education
Tips And Techniques For Post-Mortems
Bovine veterinarians share some of their best practices, ideas and recommendations for conducting in-field necropsies effectively and efficiently.
June 28, 2021 03:49 PM
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Sara Place, Elanco chief sustainability officer, offers insights on the questions she hears frequently from consumers and the balanced answers she is able to provide, thanks to science.
Industry
4 Things To Know About Cattle And Their Impact on Sustainability
Sara Place, Elanco chief sustainability officer, offers insights on the questions she hears frequently from consumers and the balanced answers she is able to provide, thanks to science.
June 25, 2021 04:05 PM
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