Items Tagged with 'BRD'
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Mycoplasma bovis might seem harmless, but its presence increases a calf's chance of contracting BRD by 74%. Farms should focus on calf care and diagnostic and treatment protocols to develop a plan to minimize its impact.
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Early disease detection technologies making steady advancements
Advancements in health technologies can sometimes seem beyond belief. Diseases are being detected well before they’re noticed, even by an experienced eye. While promising, it’s understood that obstacles slowing their progress still exist.
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Weaning time: Decisions, decisions, decisions …
One of the most important considerations come weaning time is making sure calves’ gut health is up to the task of maintaining their immune systems.
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Don’t wait to prioritize biosecurity: How dairy producers and service providers can work together
Proactive ways dairy producers and service providers can work together to champion biosecurity before it’s too late.
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BRD prevention in dairy calves starts with dry cow management
Proper dry cow management practices are paramount for calf health, growth and early immunity.
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Life cycle feeding of probiotics: Is she worth $50?
Science-based, research-proven LAB and bacilli strains in the right combination at the specific life stage can make "pennies become dollars" with life cycle feeding of every animal, every day on a dairy.
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Finding value in problem situations
Proper diagnostics will define the challenges and ensure correct solutions are implemented to reduce risk and recover value from disease situations.
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The first 60 days sets the course for later lactation
Calfhood BRD makes heifers more likely to leave the herd prior to first calving, and those that stay produce 267 pounds less milk in their first lactation. Cleanliness, nutrition, vaccinations and colostrum are all key to preventing this disease.
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Bovine coronavirus: Can you recognize it and what can you do?
If you have dairy cattle, then you likely also have BCoV. It is important to perform diagnostics to identify your risk and manage accordingly.
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Manage the whole system to stay ahead of BRD outbreaks
High calf prices may compel stockers and feedlots to buy riskier, BRD-prone cattle. Proper management and on-arrival practices reduce health risks and promote successful feeding programs.
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