Articles by Heather Smith Thomas
The placenta should shed on its own, but in some instances, nutritional deficiencies or a difficult calving can keep the placenta retained. In this case, producers should monitor the cow for infection and avoid manual and antibiotic treatments.
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Veterinarians offer advice on resuscitating newborn calves
When faced with a weak or unresponsive calf, producers can clear airways using methods such as acupuncture or tickling the calf's nose to stimulate breathing. Artificial respiration, similar to CPR in humans, is another option.
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Time your pre-calving vaccination programs for cows
Proper management and timing is crucial to making pre-calving vaccinations effective in establishing calf immune systems.
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Growing alfalfa seed in Western states
With a dwindling alfalfa seed market, growing for seed may be a profitable option for your operation.
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