
Cattle CSI: Big-time wrecks require careful sleuthing
Turns out that all four of the mysterious cases were examples of ‘minerals gone bad,’ says vet

New research will produce tools you can use, says cattle health expert
The new five-year $2.35-million research program will first tackle bovine respiratory disease and Johne’s disease, as well as antimicrobial resistance

Quick treatment of sick animals is often critical
Sometimes a wait-and-see approach works but often a rapid response is needed to prevent losses

Just what exactly does a ‘relationship’ with a vet involve?
New rules will require vets to have a fuller understanding of an operation before prescribing

Preventing negative side-effects of vaccinations in cattle
Beef 911: Vaccinating is a great tool, but producers need vaccination protocols and should be ready to deal with their negative effects

Poor hay causing concern

Expert says prepare to raise beef in a world without growth promotants
While there’s no question beta-agonists and antibiotics work, there are ways to lessen the need for them, says ruminant nutritionist

Study says healthy cattle can manage taxing transport
Researchers find well-conditioned cattle bear up well during transport

Calving during hot weather with no shade is a recipe for trouble
Beef 911: Being proactive and taking a few simple steps means you may never need to deal with hyperthermia
Good record-keeping when treating livestock is a must
Thorough records are vital for showing that farmers are responsible stewards who follow the rules when treating livestock