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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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selection of tools used in a field necropsy
Education
A Cut Above the Rest: 6 Steps for a More Useful Field Necropsy
As a service to bovine veterinarians, Dr. Dee Griffin has shared a summary of six practical steps he uses to perform a field necropsy and evaluate the results. He also shares some valuable tips on tools to use.
June 23, 2021 03:06 PM
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Industry
Covid Protocols For Clinics Get Updated By The CDC
If you have a mixed practice or work out of a clinic, in addition to going to the farm or ranch to treat cattle, be aware of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations.
June 11, 2021 09:42 AM
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Business Plan
Industry
Veterinary Consolidation Trends Webinar Scheduled
The free webinar is part of the Veterinary Integrated Solutions Leading With Purpose series: Veterinary Consolidation Outlook: Pushing Beyond Your Current Plateau.
June 04, 2021 01:26 PM
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Milk production can be affected by vaccination.
Veterinary Research
Study Addresses M. haemolytica Vaccination And Lost Milk Production
Elanco recently completed a randomized clinical trial to evaluate changes in milk production following vaccination of lactating dairy cows for M. haemolytica.
April 14, 2021 09:12 AM
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New graduates can help invigorate a veterinary practice.
Education
Two U.S. Veterinary Medicine Programs Rank In Top 10 For The World
The biggest move up in the ratings was made by The Ohio State University program.
March 31, 2021 03:11 PM
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Beef bulls
Education
Breeding Soundness Exams Are Useful For Evaluating Bulls Of Any Age
Bulls should be thoroughly evaluated before each breeding season, regardless of their age.
March 16, 2021 01:36 PM
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Education
Breeding Soundness Exams Are Valuable For All Bulls
Annual examinations prior to breeding season for useful to evaluate bulls of all ages.
March 16, 2021 08:31 AM
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A breeding soundness exam is useful for both young and older bulls.
Education
Common Reasons Younger And Older Bulls Fail A Soundness Exam
Bulls should be thoroughly evaluated before each breeding season.
March 15, 2021 04:36 PM
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Scrotal circumference is one indication of whether a bull can get the job done.
Veterinary Education
Identify ‘Dud’ Bulls With A Breeding Soundness Exam. Best Practices Webinar Slated
Join DVMs Bob Larson and Jennifer Koziol at 7 pm Central, March 9, for a free, one-hour webinar on best practices for breeding soundness exams. This program has been submitted for 1 hour of CEC, approval pending.
March 02, 2021 08:13 AM
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Industry
‘Make It OK To Discuss Mental Health’
Tanner Krause, CEO of Iowa-based Kum & Go convenience stores, works to provide a ‘safe space’ for employees to talk about emotional challenges, many of which have been brought on or exacerbated by the Covid pandemic.
March 01, 2021 03:40 PM
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