Latest News From Animal health

Taking the proper steps to get calves off to the right start is paramount to the success of a cattle feeding operation.

A new fact sheet has been prepared by University of Wisconsin Extension on bull reproductive health.

Contracting Foot-and-Mouth Disease from Argentina should be a major concern for cattlemen, says Pete Bonds, president of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

Should you be worried about acorn poisoning in your cattle?

Many species of wildlife can eat acorns with no ill effects, but cows can contract acorn poisoning from eating too many - especially the green ones.

Sweet clover contains a high level of a chemical that can be converted to an anticoagulant.

K-State veterinarian, Mike Apley, talks about beef producer adjustments to the phase-out of antibiotic use for cattle growth.

Beef Today’s Cowboy College offered feedlot crews an opportunity to learn more about dealing with high-risk cattle.

How do your cows' udders look?

A K-State veterinarian reviews a new study about the economic value of testing calves for bovine viral diarrhea.

USDA-APHIS announced the completion of three contingency livestock inspections facilities at border ports in New Mexico and Arizona.

Delivering a quality beef product to the consumer requires more than just superior genetics – trustworthy handling practices are the link that assures consumer satisfaction.

More than 130 beef producers from 17 states assembled in Omaha, Neb., during the Beef Today Cowboy College held Sept. 9-10.

No matter what producers do there will be sick or injured animals. Knowing what to do with them is important.

It looks like rain in eastern Nebraska and western Iowa today. Why not spend the next two days out of the weather learning how to better handle your cattle?

Fetal Protection Guarantee offers assurance against BVD PI calves and IBR abortions.

Beef Quality Assurance certification gives producers tools to provide the safest and highest quality beef to consumers.

Fall is here, and with it comes the fall run of cattle to feedlots across the country. Many of the cattle that come in are, unfortunately, from a long distance away, with questionable weaning and vaccination status.

Statement from NCBA President regarding APHIS proposed rule to allow importation of beef from a region in Argentina.

As prices for calves continue to reach historic levels, beef cattle producers could see increased revenue by implementing cost-effective calf management practices.

Oats, brome, and fescue are just some of the plant species vulnerable to ergot infection.

Review the numerous vaccination programs available and then, in consultation with a veterinarian, design and match operational needs with marketing protocols.

Online training in animal care just got a new look at the Beef Cattle Institute.

Make sure you understand the causes of foot rot so you can treat, and even prevent it from happening.

Farm Journal Media announced its first-ever Beef Today Cowboy College, an event designed specifically for feedlot cattle crews – processing teams, cowboy doctors and others involved in the day-to-day care and welfare of the animals

Make sure you reduce the stress on your calves by preparing them for weaning.

Get out in your fields prior to harvesting hay and scout for deadly ergot.

Selecting for disease resistance could increase your bottom line in the future.

The cattle feed additive Zilmax has no noticeable detrimental effect on cattle health or well-being, according to research by scientists.

Learn how to minimize the impact flies have on your herd.

Producers should implement fly control programs that protect livestock and reduce the chances of insecticide resistance.

Beef quality has come a long way thanks to the work of BQA practices.

Pneumonia in cattle can be very frustrating for veterinarians and producers.

Don't forget to keep flies away from your cattle to prevent the spread of pinkeye.

How risky is it to feed crops that have mycotoxins to cattle?

A K-State veterinarian warns producers of hoof conditions that could affect beef cattle this summer.

A good cow herd vaccination program starts with the heifers. Protect heifers before breeding season begins.

Cow-calf producers should closely monitor animal mineral consumption.

The temperatures are warming up, we have gotten a little bit of rain, the grass is starting to grow, and your calves may be susceptible to scours, or diarrhea.

Don't let pinkeye cut into your bottom line.

Keep flies away from your cattle to help increase herd profitability.

Vaccines cost only $3 to $10 per calf. With prices for calves hovering around $2 per pound, even a pound of gain lost to a preventable disease would cover the cost of the vaccine.

Having a broad vaccination program builds immunity within the general population, which effectively limits the capacity of the agents of disease to spread.

There are a lot of different reasons to castrate calves at a certain stage in their lives, but when is the best time to do it?

It is weaning time for fall calves which means local livestock specialists with University of Missouri Extension are getting questions about proper pre- and post-weaning management.

Last year, the Dickinson Research Extension Center had all the right conditions for the onset of grass tetany and, sure enough, it was found.

As late spring approaches, livestock producers should evaluate and select pasture fly control options available for their specific management system.

Practicing proper Beef Quality Assurance guidelines at branding is a must for producers.

An astounding 7,732 producers from across the country recently received their Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification.

The producer should take a serious look at the reasons why each calf died and what could be done next time to save it.