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New product rollout for July 2024

June 24, 2024

The July new product roundup includes products from Bimeda, Merck Animal Health and more.

West: Preparing for spring processing and turnout

March 21, 2024

With spring upon us or right around the corner, getting cattle off feed and into the pasture is one of the top priorities for many Western producers. Getting our pairs onto pasture means processing and generally branding calves before turnout.

Threading the needle: Single-use syringes vs. repeater syringes

The decision between single-use and repeater syringes depends on each operation’s risk of disease transmission and should always be reinforced by good vaccination protocols.

March 21, 2023

Tony Hawkins

When it comes to administering vaccinations, what’s best: a single-use syringe or a multidose tool, like a repeater syringe?

Size matters: The impact of proper needle selection and management

Using the wrong length or diameter of needles can cause issues when treating or vaccinating calves. Best management practices can help avoid failed efficacy, potential harm to the animal and product loss through trimming or carcass condemnation.

March 13, 2023

Paige Pratt

Size especially matters when it comes to needle selection as you treat or vaccinate calves. Needles that are the incorrect length or diameter can cause serious issues.

West: Getting ready for calving season: Prepping your tagging bag

December 5, 2022

Meranda Small

While spring calving season is still several weeks out for a number of operations, now could be a good time to start preparing.

5 tips for vaccine handling and use

September 27, 2022

Travis Meteer

Beef cattle vaccines can help mitigate health risks. However, success of a vaccine hinges heavily upon proper vaccine handling and administration. Taking the time to review vaccine handling and use can improve animal health and guard investment in vaccines.

3 keys to handling injectables when it is below freezing

December 15, 2021

Shannon Williams

While labels on most injectables say they require refrigeration, our cold-weather winters are just a little too cold. But since beef production is 24/7, 365 days a year at all temperatures, we need to figure out how to keep our injectables at the proper temperature.

West: Preparing for spring processing

March 24, 2021

Meranda Small

With each passing day, we continue carrying out seasonal management tasks in order to be ready for spring turn out. By now, many have either already begun or are getting ready for spring processing of pairs.

South Central: Vaccine management is critical for maximum success

March 24, 2021

Jason Banta

When it comes to vaccine management, it is critical to store, handle and administer vaccines properly to maximize their chance to work and stimulate an immune response for the animal.

Spring clean your vet cabinet

June 11, 2020

Tyler Majerus

As dairy producers continue to look for ways to cut expenses, animal health programs often come under intense scrutiny. Is this vaccine necessary? Are there cheaper alternatives? How can we reduce the vet bill?

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New product rollout for July 2024

West: Preparing for spring processing and turnout

Threading the needle: Single-use syringes vs. repeater syringes

Size matters: The impact of proper needle selection and management

West: Getting ready for calving season: Prepping your tagging bag

5 tips for vaccine handling and use

3 keys to handling injectables when it is below freezing

West: Preparing for spring processing

South Central: Vaccine management is critical for maximum success

Spring clean your vet cabinet

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