BVD Articles

Foster calves in the beef herd

02/27/2012 2:50:00 PM

Cow-calf producers are well aware that no two calving seasons are the same. In some years, the percentage of cows delivering viable calves is quite high. ... Full story.

Keeping up with the grain cart

12/05/2011 6:00:00 AM

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 ... Full story.

Genetics and vaccine response

06/10/2011 6:40:00 AM

Vaccines used in livestock production have come a long way, and reach the market only after extensive testing to demonstrate their efficacy. ... Full story.

Bayou Beef Tips: BVD

05/04/2011 3:52:04 PM

BVD is a viral disease of cattle that can cause many problems in a herd. Although the name would make you think diarrhea is the major problem, in most herds infertility is the most common and costly because it can go undiagnosed. ... Full story.

Protecting more calves from respiratory diseases

04/25/2011 11:15:57 AM

It soon will be time to "work" the spring-born calves. Research is available that suggests that the young calves may be vaccinated with products used for protection against the respiratory diseases (IBR and BVDV). ... Full story.

How do I protect my cattle from BVD

04/04/2011 3:33:17 PM

Bovine viral diarrhea (BVD) is one of the most complex diseases of cattle. Prevention is based on four steps. ... Full story.

Keep it simple

10/07/2010 12:00:00 AM

Choosing a respiratory vaccine program can be as easy as answering five simple questions. ... Full story.

Practice Tips: Managing the young beef heifer

03/01/2010 12:00:00 AM

The period from calving to three months of age is without question the most critical time for heifer growth and development. ... Full story.

Practice Tips: Exposing nine vaccine myths

10/01/2009 12:00:00 AM

With so many cattle vaccines available — nearly 125 different vaccines are currently on the market — there is a considerable amount of information, and misinformation, out there. ... Full story.

Research Track: Health

01/26/2011 9:58:53 PM

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