Veterinary Medicine
Winter infestations build fast and spread even faster. Dr. A.J. Tarpoff offers insights for veterinarians dealing with lice this season.
A multi-state outbreak of neurologic EHV-1 has been traced to a major barrel racing event in Waco, Texas.
R-CALF USA is asking that bupavaquone be approved for use against theileriosis in cattle, the disease transmitted by the Asian longhorned tick.
Milk yield, components and udder health metrics can reveal early disease long before clinical signs emerge. Learning to interpret these signals can transform routine milk data into proactive herd health interventions.
Two farms in Arizona have confirmed cases of vesicular stomatitis. In response, USDA APHIS has issued a situation report and the CFIA has imposed import restrictions.
Through a joint program between SDSU and the University of Minnesota, Renea Burggraff is now practicing veterinary medicine in Madison, S.D.
Bluetongue virus, an incurable cattle and sheep killing disease, continues to spread through Europe.
New cases in Italy, France and Spain underscore the importance of surveillance and preparedness in U.S. herds.
Megin Nichols, the CDC’s director in the division of foodborne, waterborne and environmental diseases, explains the ties between human, animal and environmental health.
A large-animal vet shortage continues to impact rural America. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, in partnership with Gov. Jim Pillen and state leaders, is working to reverse that trend through the Elite 11 Production Animal Health Scholarship Program.
Integrating new diagnostics could help you weigh bias, prioritize cases and make evidence-based calls.
Long hours, high stress and constant demands take a toll on both veterinarians and producers. Farm Safety and Health Week is a reminder that people’s well-being is the backbone of agriculture.
Generics can save money without sacrificing safety or efficacy, but veterinarians and producers must consider how each product performs under their unique herd conditions.
Direct sampling of the lower respiratory tract can sharpen bovine respiratory disease diagnosis, improve case management and support antimicrobial stewardship.
Veterinarians play a key role in guiding producers on castration decisions. Evidence supports early castration as the best practice for both welfare and economics.
A comprehensive herd-health program is crucial for the management and prevention of bovine respiratory disease.
The Arizona Livestock Incident Response Team (ALIRT) has rolled out resources and scouting kits to arm ranchers for early detection.
With fewer young professionals entering large animal medicine, the University of Vermont’s CREAM Program offers a unique, hands-on approach to preparing the next generation of dairy veterinarians through real-world experience.
Some people seem to be instinctively effective at leading and inspiring other people. But nature isn’t the only way good leaders are made. Nurture plays a valuable role, too.
Dr. Taylor Engle of Four Star Veterinary Services shares how producers can improve calf health outcomes by rethinking everything from pre-birth to bunk.
In a marketplace filled with competing messages and general mistrust among consumers, it is encouraging to see high levels of trust by consumers in those individuals with hands-on experience with the animals, namely the veterinarian and the producer.
The company also is celebrating 30 years of working to advance herd health.
Preventing PI calves starts with strong biosecurity and smart vaccination.
Dr. Bonnie R. Rush will join Texas A&M from Kansas State University, where she has served as dean since 2017.
Oklahoma State University receives a historic state funding appropriation to support the construction of a new, state-of-the-art veterinary teaching hospital.
A sneak peak of Farm Journal’s leading-edge survey insights illustrates strategic solutions that generate renewed confidence, ensuring a promising path forward for the industry.
The event is slated for July 22-24 in Rochester, N.Y., with an agenda focused on the theme of “Clearing Hurdles to Improve Milk Quality.”
Millions of pounds of ground beef are thrown away each year because of foreign material contamination. This is not just about isolated incidents but a widespread practice that needs immediate attention.
The 2025 event, slated for Sept. 11-13 in Omaha, Neb., will challenge and encourage attendees to further develop the knowledge and services they offer food animal producers. Early registration is open.
Livestock producers say thanks to veterinarians for being valued members of their team.