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Reduce antibiotic use and boost your bottom line with targeted metaphylaxis

The cattle industry is adopting targeted metaphylaxis, a strategy that administers antibiotics to individual high-risk calves, to improve animal health, reduce costs and promote antibiotic stewardship.
May 26, 2023
Joe Gillespie

As the cattle industry continues to advance and improve antibiotic stewardship practices, producers and veterinarians are reevaluating their approach to metaphylaxis, the administration of antibiotics on arrival to calves at high risk of bovine respiratory disease (BRD).


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What causes vaccines to fail?

Vaccines can fail for a multitude of reasons, but whatever the reason, it is something no producer wants to deal with. Producers can take simple steps to help limit vaccine failures and have solutions in place if they need them.
May 26, 2023
Abigail George

Vaccines are great preventative measures producers can use to protect their cattle, but that’s only when they work properly. There are a multitude of reasons vaccines can fail, and knowing solutions will help protect and prevent vaccine failure within your herd.


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Summer challenges for calves: Preventing pneumonia, pinkeye and enterotoxemia

Proper vaccinations, early detection and treatment are crucial for preventing and managing summer calf diseases. Close monitoring of calves is essential for early intervention and successful outcomes.
May 25, 2023
Lee Jones

Most folks think summertime is typically a time to relax for cattle owners. If we’ve had sufficient rain and grass is good, we can turn cows out and not worry too much except to check water, fences and put out summer mineral. However, there are a few calf diseases that can change those plans.


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Internal parasites wreak havoc on more than growth rates

Growth, milk production, immune function and reproduction can all be compromised with internal parasites. An effective deworming program is critical for an efficient operation.
April 26, 2023
Grant Crawford

Cattle producers invest their time and resources in the best vaccination protocols and nutritional programs. However, these efforts are not fully utilized without an effective deworming strategy. Why? 


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Heat stress toolbox: Preparing cattle for summer

Producers should know the signs and remedies to help cattle cope with heat and maintain their health.
April 20, 2023
Heidi Doering-Resch

Going from the winter lows to summer highs often leaves cattle without the proper coping mechanisms. Seeing the signs of heat stress and being prepared can help your cattle recover in a safe manner and allow you to mitigate performance and economic loss before it becomes largely impactful.


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Thinking beyond VL5 for reproductive vaccines

When thinking about pre-breeding vaccines, the first thought is often protecting against vibrosis and leptospirosis. However, there are a few other disease challenges that may have a larger effect on the overall herd.
April 5, 2023
Jeff Sarchet

As cow-calf producers and veterinarians evaluate options for pre-breeding vaccinations on heifers and cows, it is critical to think about the long-term effects of the disease pathogens that you are protecting against.


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Preparing for the upcoming OTC antibiotic rules

April 3, 2023
Austin Vincent

This year it is important for ranchers to prepare for upcoming changes to the rules regarding purchasing medically important antibiotics.


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Remote Walk Over Weighing Systems Make Your Pastures Smart

March 31, 2023

Ask a good cattleman to tell you how much that calf in the pasture weighs and he’d be able to give you a pretty accurate eyeball guess. While that cowboy knowledge is truly a special gift and has suited the cattle production industry for generations, today’s demand for efficiency has created a need for a more accurate assessment.


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Managing beef cattle hoof health

Taking a proactive, nutrition-based approach can greatly enhance your herd’s ability to combat the pathogens that cause foot rot and digital dermatitis.
March 30, 2023
Dwight Kickhafer

Hoof health impacts every aspect of your beef herd’s profitability. Managing for hoof health through environmental challenges and seasonal change is critical for your cattle to achieve lifetime performance.


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Pinkeye: A cattle producer’s nemesis

March 25, 2023
Jason Anderson

Hate dealing with pinkeye? Isn’t it a summer issue? So why do outbreaks occur at unusual times of the year?


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