BVD Resources http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd RSS Feed for BVD Resources en-us Thu, 10 May 2012 19:42:39 GMT Stocker calves: Vaccination considerations http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Stocker-calves-Vaccination-considerations-150996835.html Summer months in the northern plains mean an opportunity for cattle producers to graze weaned calves on pasture. Proper injection sites to remember at calf-working time http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/proper-injection-sites-to-remember-at-calf-working-time-114129384.html The month of May is traditionally the time when “spring round-ups” take place. This is the time that large and small cow/calf operations schedule the “working” of the calves. Preparing bulls for the breeding season http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Preparing-bulls-for-the-breeding-season-147224695.html Bulls are the most costly animals in a cow-calf operation and provide the majority of genetic improvement for the cow herd. Busting BVDV Myths http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Busting-BVDV-Myths-145697615.html The effects of bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) are wide-ranging in terms of reproductive issues, adult and calf health, and production. Much as been written about BVDV over the years and much has been and is still being discovered, but in spite of that misinformation “myths” about BVDV still remain. Dan Givens, DVM, PhD, Auburn University, discusses the plausibility of the most persistent myths about BVDV. Cattle Management: March timely tips http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Cattle-Management-March-timely-tips-142627226.html Tips for managing your cattle ranch this spring. Foster calves in the beef herd http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Foster-calves-in-the-beef-herd-140607923.html 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. Management tips for good herd health http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Management-tips-for-good-herd-health-139854593.html Most beef cattle producers understand the importance of keeping cattle healthy. A good herd health program is an essential part of any farm or ranch management program. Arkansas sees 4 trich cases reported in 2012; 97 total for 2011 http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Arkansas-sees-4-trich-cases-reported-in-2012-97-total-for-2011-139290223.html With the spring cattle-breeding season approaching, Trichomoniasis is rising to the forefront again for Arkansas’ cattle producers. Cow Calf Management: January timely tips http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/Cow-Calf-Management-January-timely-tips-137196003.html Check these management tips to help your cattle herd through the colder January weather. November beef management calendar http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/bvd/November-beef-management-calendar-133700813.html Remember to follow these beef cattle management tips as temperatures get colder.