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Traits that add value to calves
Calving season is still underway for many ranches, but this is a good time to begin planning and preparing to receive top prices when those calves go to market. Since 1975, Pfizer Animal Health, in cooperation with Superior Livestock Auctions and King Data Services, has collected data on over 5,042,272 calves sold in 41,657 lots though Superior’s video auctions.
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Fast-track genomics
During the Cattle Industry Convention in Nashville, genomics companies Igenity and Pfizer Animal Genetics provided updates on the growing list of DNA tests and services they offer to beef producers. The two companies compete aggressively in bovine genomic evaluation, which is good news for producers, as they each continue to add new services and enhance the accuracy of existing tests.
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KISS genomics
At the Cattle Industry Convention in Nashville, CAB introduces GeneMax, a simplified DNA test for commercial Angus cattle.
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Pfizer launches new antimicrobial treatment
ADVOCIN™ (danofloxacin mesylate) is now available from Pfizer Animal Health — offering a cost-effective fluoroquinolone alternative for the treatment of bovine respiratory disease (BRD).
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Genomic-enhanced EPDs can improve selection accuracy
A recent analysis shows that adding genomic information to expected progeny differences can increase a producer’s odds of selecting the most appropriate Angus sires for his or her individual herd goals.
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Filling in the blanks
Choosing a respiratory vaccine may start with simple questions like: Is this going to work? How much is it going to cost?
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Pfizer to provide more than $1 million to support FFA programs
One of the world’s largest animal health companies will provide more than $1 million in sponsorships of National FFA Organization programs, local chapters and more this year.
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Improve gain potential for suckling calves
Before calving season starts, you should have a plan ready to maximize weight gains for suckling calves and increase dollars on sale day.
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Keeping up with the grain cart
While corn growers employ technology including GPS-guided machinery, genetically modified hybrid seed and precision application of crop-protection products, veterinarian Jerry Stokka asks whether beef producers are keeping up
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Combination deworming programs can pay large dividends
Feedlot operators are turning to veterinarians and nutritionists to help prepare cattle for the best defense against fall parasites.
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Pfizer adds nutritionists
Pfizer Animal Health is expanding the expertise and services available to its customers by adding two nutritionists to the Cattle Technical Services team — Matt Cravey, Ph.D., and Blaine Corners, Ph.D.
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