Herd Health

Spring is an exciting time of the year. The new calf crop is on the ground, grass is showing hints of green, and the days are longer so we can get more done. Then a mosquito bites you on the neck.

Unfortunately, not all that comes new in the spring is good for cattle production. The warmth of the new year and the normal spring rains bring forth a new crop of parasites to feed on your cattle.

Animal welfare is a topic of a lot of discussion across the livestock industries.

One philosophy regarding welfare management and oversight centers on a concept of five freedoms livestock under our care should be granted.

Market projections forecast input prices to continue to climb, while cattlemen enjoy a good market atmosphere.

Viral immunology is not a good conversation starter for most of us. We gravitate to subjects like feed costs, weather patterns and sports to spark an engaging conversation.

The health and viability of a newborn calf immediately impacts your profit – the only profit opportunity you have from feeding a brood cow through the winter season.

Prevention is always superior to treatment, especially in the case of bovine respiratory disease (BRD).