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VES-Artex Unveils New Cow Cooling Technology: Intelligent Soaker 2.0
VES-Artex Unveils New Cow Cooling Technology: Intelligent Soaker 2.0

VES-Artex has recently unveiled a new soaking system, Intelligent Soaker 2.0, which is designed to help alleviate heat stress while significantly reducing water usage on dairy farms.

How to Measure Pasture-Feed Intake for Cattle
How to Measure Pasture-Feed Intake for Cattle

Cows have a job, and that job description will vary from ranch to ranch. Have you taken time to write down what cows need to do to earn their keep?

Merck Introduces Allflex CleanVax Nozzles and Shields for Intranasal Vaccination
Merck Introduces Allflex CleanVax Nozzles and Shields for Intranasal Vaccination

The CleanVax intranasal vaccination system includes shorter nozzles that are less invasive than conventional cannulas, as well as clear plastic disposable shields that can be replaced between animals.

Companies Partner to Launch Single-Application Horn Fly Control Bolus
Companies Partner to Launch Single-Application Horn Fly Control Bolus

To give cattle producers more flexibility and convenience in their fly control program, Cargill has partnered with Central Life Sciences to develop a feed-through fly control bolus containing Altosid IGR.

Study Confirms Facial Recognition Technology’s Success in Disease Prediction
Study Confirms Facial Recognition Technology’s Success in Disease Prediction

Ag tech startup MyAnIML and USDA find first-of-its-kind facial recognition technology successfully analyzes cattle muzzles to predict illness.

New Oral Vitamin and Mineral Supplement for Cattle
New Oral Vitamin and Mineral Supplement for Cattle

Bimeda, Inc. announces BOVitalize™ an oral vitamin and mineral supplement for beef and dairy cows, bulls and ruminating calves.

DeLaval Launches New Robotic Batch Milking System for Large Herds
DeLaval Launches New Robotic Batch Milking System for Large Herds

As a new approach to robotic milking for larger dairy operations, DeLaval has announced the launch of their new VMS™ Batch Milking system, a method advancement in robotic milking technology.

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First Cattle Maternal Vaccine to Protect Against Cryptosporidium Parvum

Vaccinating pregnant heifers and cows can provide protection for calves at birth – when they are most vulnerable.

A New Toxicant Tool Decreases Feral Hog Populations in Texas
A New Toxicant Tool Decreases Feral Hog Populations in Texas

Explosive numbers, deadly destruction, devastating economic impact. Is it possible to control the spiraling feral hog population in Texas? A new study shows a warfarin-based toxicant could help.

Merck Reveals Data on First Vaccine to Reduce C. Parvum Infection
Merck Reveals Data on First Vaccine to Reduce C. Parvum Infection

Gp40 antigen vaccine elicits immune response against Cryptosporidium parvum in pregnant cows to protect their newborn calves through antibodies in colostrum.

Zoetis Introduces Valcor Injectable, with Doramectin and Levamisole, for Parasite Control 
Zoetis Introduces Valcor Injectable, with Doramectin and Levamisole, for Parasite Control 

The first dual-active endectocide for the U.S. has been approved for use, starting August 1, in beef cattle 2 months of age and older and in replacement dairy heifers less than 20 months of age.

Medgene Introduces USDA-Licensed Platform Vaccine Technology for Cattle Industry
Medgene Introduces USDA-Licensed Platform Vaccine Technology for Cattle Industry

Medgene has received a USDA license to produce the first Prescription Platform Vaccines for the cattle industry. Specific cattle vaccines available include Influenza D virus, Coronavirus, Rotavirus, and Papillomavirus.

Bimeda® US Launches SpectoGard® Sterile Solution
Bimeda® US Launches SpectoGard® Sterile Solution

SpectoGard (spectinomycin sulfate) sterile solution—which received FDA approval in September of 2022—is now available for veterinarians and cattle producers in the United States.

First Generic Cydectin® (moxidectin) Injectable Solution Now Available
First Generic Cydectin® (moxidectin) Injectable Solution Now Available

Tauramox™ (moxidectin) Injectable Solution provides economical, effective control of many internal and external parasites in cattle.

MyAnIML Expands Predictive Health Platform Using Muzzles To Detect Disease
MyAnIML Expands Predictive Health Platform Using Muzzles To Detect Disease

Agtech startup MyAnIML™ announces a hardware update designed to support the implementation of its AI-enabled predictive health platform in commercial feedlot and dairy operations. 

Saving Landfill Space: Researchers Develop Washable Antimicrobial Wipes
Saving Landfill Space: Researchers Develop Washable Antimicrobial Wipes

USDA researchers have engineered sustainable machine-washable antimicrobial wipes that can be used at least 30 times for cleaning hard and nonporous surfaces.

Three Ways to Maximize Estrus Detection for Dairy Herds
Three Ways to Maximize Estrus Detection for Dairy Herds

A breeding indicator can help alleviate labor and uncertainty during breeding.

Select Sires Announces Creation of Low Carbon Technologies, LLC
Select Sires Announces Creation of Low Carbon Technologies, LLC

Select Sires creations Low Carbon Technologies, LLC, as part of its farmer-owned cooperative to serve beef and dairy farmers seeking to document, verify and improve their carbon footprint and overall sustainability.

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New Science-Based Probiotic Introduced for Feedlot Cattle

Chr. Hansen introduces Bovamine Defend Plus for U.S. feedlot cattle. The product helps improve average daily gains and feed conversation and establish normal gastrointestinal functions, even under stressful conditions.

Parnell Living Science Introduces BRD Solution RESPIRmycin
Parnell Living Science Introduces BRD Solution RESPIRmycin

This is a ready-to-use injectable solution containing 100 mg of tulathromycin/mL, a trusted antibiotic to treat and control BRD, foot rot and pinkeye in cattle, as well as swine respiratory disease.  

Elanco Enhances PenPoint™ Offering for Feedyards
Elanco Enhances PenPoint™ Offering for Feedyards

PenPoint Sort is a bolt-on chute technology system that helps simplify the difficult task of objectively measuring and sorting cattle.

Proprietary Feeding System Improves Feed Efficiency and Carcass Yield
Proprietary Feeding System Improves Feed Efficiency and Carcass Yield

FBN Livestock and Boveta Nutrition announce a proprietary feeding system for beef cattle that improves feed efficiency and carcass yield while reducing methane gas emissions and wet waste.

Honeybees Get Hope from New Vaccine against American Foulbrood Disease
Honeybees Get Hope from New Vaccine against American Foulbrood Disease

The vaccine contains killed whole-cell Paenibacillus larvae bacteria and is expected to reach the marketplace on a limited basis this year.

Neogen Corporation announces Prozap Protectus Pour-On Insecticide 
Neogen Corporation announces Prozap Protectus Pour-On Insecticide 

The formula contains 3% diflubenzuron, 2.5% piperonyl butoxide, and 0.5% lambda-cyhalothrin.

Merck Animal Health to Acquire Vence
Merck Animal Health to Acquire Vence

Virtual fencing system provides advanced technology to cattle producers and ranchers to manage natural resources more effectively.

KineticVet Introduces Branded Injectable Antihistamine
KineticVet Introduces Branded Injectable Antihistamine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of KineticVet Re-Covr.

New Enrofloxacin Injectable Solution Now Available
New Enrofloxacin Injectable Solution Now Available

Tenotryl (enrofloxacin) injectable solution for use in cattle and swine has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Merck Animal Health Announces AROVYN™ Is Available
Merck Animal Health Announces AROVYN™ Is Available

Merck Animal Health is introducing AROVYN – a broad-spectrum antibiotic that treats the major organisms associated with bovine respiratory disease, foot rot and pinkeye.

Merck Animal Health Introduces Herd Health Tool and Feedlot Diseases App
Merck Animal Health Introduces Herd Health Tool and Feedlot Diseases App

Merck Animal Health has introduced two new tools to bring important cattle health information to cattle producers’ fingertips.

Inhibidor Insecticidal: the First Pour-On with Triple Action Insect Control
Inhibidor Insecticidal: the First Pour-On with Triple Action Insect Control

With an insect growth regulator, adulticide, and synergist combination, Inhibidor Pour-On provides control of chewing and sucking lice and kills horn flies, horse flies, and deer flies in cattle.

Pen-Side Test for BRD Under Development
Pen-Side Test for BRD Under Development

Lead researcher, Mohit Verma, says the test can identify three strains of bacteria that contribute to BRD: Pasteurella multocida, Mannheimia haemolytica and Histophilus somni.

New Technology helps Cows Balance Calcium Demand throughout Transition
New Technology helps Cows Balance Calcium Demand throughout Transition

Hy•D is a new source of vitamin D3 specially formulated to help prepare a dairy cow for peak performance

Unique Ear Tag can help Detect Sick Cattle in the Feedyard
Unique Ear Tag can help Detect Sick Cattle in the Feedyard

SenseHub Feedlot offers those who manage and care for cattle an innovative new approach to detecting illness, including bovine respiratory disease.

New Products Approved by FDA for Food Animals
New Products Approved by FDA for Food Animals

The FDA announces, via industry press releases, that it has approved several products for use in food animals.

New Oral Mineral Bolus helps Cows Dry Off more Comfortably
New Oral Mineral Bolus helps Cows Dry Off more Comfortably

Now there is a new way to help cows transition into the dry period more comfortably with Bovikalc Dry — an oral mineral bolus designed to decrease dry matter intake and reduce milk production.

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Point-Of-Care Bovine Pregnancy Test Now Available

The Alertys OnFarm Pregnancy Test empowers you to find open, costly animals with results within minutes to enable you to make more timely management decisions.

Seaweed Supplements Could Reduce Livestock Methane Emissions
Seaweed Supplements Could Reduce Livestock Methane Emissions

Adding seaweed to animal feed to reduce methane gas released into the atmosphere by ruminants' is a relatively new idea. Early laboratory research at IGFS has shown promising results using native Irish and UK seaweeds.

Expanded Use and New Name for 200-day Cattle Implant From Zoetis
Expanded Use and New Name for 200-day Cattle Implant From Zoetis

Synovex One Grower has been approved for pasture and feedyard cattle.

You can Make Tank De-Icers Stay Put
You can Make Tank De-Icers Stay Put

Cattle kept flipping the floating de-icer out of the stock tank until Dan Norris, Markle, Ind., made a stationary frame.

 Estrus Detection Made Easy with Breeding Indicator Patches
Estrus Detection Made Easy with Breeding Indicator Patches

Reproductive decisions, determining heifer cyclicity and breeding problem cows are just a few reasons to detect estrus with breeding indicator patches.

New Oral Feed Supplement Available
New Oral Feed Supplement Available

KineticVet announces immediate availability of Bovi-Trace Drench for beef and dairy cattle.

New Electrolytes Help Dehydrated, Scouring Calves
New Electrolytes Help Dehydrated, Scouring Calves

The products contain alkalizing agents to help calves manage acidosis during diarrhea, along with water-soluble B-vitamins lost during dehydration.

New Johne’s Vaccine in the Works
New Johne’s Vaccine in the Works

It’s an old and frustrating disease that is not easily controlled. But Johne’s disease may soon be tamed by a new vaccine under development.

Label Update Addresses Pyrexia In Beef And Dairy Cattle
Label Update Addresses Pyrexia In Beef And Dairy Cattle

Zoetis Draxxin KP is designed to control bovine respiratory disease and, specifically, fever.

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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.

New Plant-Based Feed Additive Reduces Enteric Methane, Improves Feed Efficiency
New Plant-Based Feed Additive Reduces Enteric Methane, Improves Feed Efficiency

Agolin Ruminant is the first product certified by the Carbon Trust to improve feed efficiency and reduce enteric methane for the U.S. dairy industry.

New Product In Battle With Feral Hogs
New Product In Battle With Feral Hogs

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced a new tool in the war against feral hogs with the release of a new hog contraceptive bait entering the market this week.

Marrying Technology with Calf Management
Marrying Technology with Calf Management

More affordable technology, including data analysis programs, calf scales and pasteurizers, are being utilized in raising calves and heifers.

New Lely Quaress Omnia Available For Teat Disinfection, Protection And Conditioning
New Lely Quaress Omnia Available For Teat Disinfection, Protection And Conditioning

The product has proven to have a high microbiocidal efficacy for improved udder health. It is a non-iodine concentrate that can be used in all milking systems.

Elanco Introduces NUPLURA PH+ for Cattle
Elanco Introduces NUPLURA PH+ for Cattle

The product offers proven performance against Mannheimia haemolytica, while adding protection against common viral causes of BRD, including BVD Types 1 and 2 and IBR.