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Herd Health and BQA UNL Beef

WebPasture & Forage Minute: Winter hay worries about magnesium deficiency (tetany) & nitrate poisoning. Certified Angus Beef & Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance collaborate on …

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Best practices for needle selection, use and care in cattle health

WebAlways follow the label on products for recommended dose and route of injection. Proper use of needles. It is important to have preventative measures in place …

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Nebraska BQA: Building A Herd Health Program UNL Beef

WebNebraska BQA: Building A Herd Health Program. May 2017. An appropriate Herd Health Program ensures that all cattle are raised in the best health. Photo courtesy of Troy …

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Best practices for vaccinating cattle, handling vaccines, and caring

WebFall weaning and transportation can be a high-stress period for calves that may be transitioning from one operation to another. As animal care providers, it’s our job to take …

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Cattle diseases that can make people sick, and how to avoid them

WebAccording to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), zoonotic diseases are pathogens that can be spread from animals to humans, leading to illness. …

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Improving Human Health with Beef Products UNL Beef

WebFor a food to be labeled a high source a serving must contain 20% or more of the nutrient. Beef is a high source of protein, Selenium, Vitamin B-12, Phosphorus and …

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Keys to a prosperous start for newborn calves UNL Beef

WebA key component to getting a calf off to the right start is to ensure they receive colostrum within the first four hours post-calving. Colostrum is the primary source of …

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U.S. Beef Demand Drivers and Enhancement Opportunities: A …

WebPrice Effects. U.S. consumer demand for beef is inelastic with respect to changes in beef price. On average, from 1982 through 2007, a 1 percent increase in beef …

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Tips for managing calving in muddy conditions UNL Beef

WebMud conditions in calving areas can lead to health concerns in both the cow and calf. Mud and moisture prevent the hair coat from insulating and maintaining body …

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Management, Health, and Nutritional Considerations for Weaning …

WebBunk space needs to be adequate (1.5 – 2 ft/hd) for the number of calves being weaned. Adding fill dirt around bunks and water may be necessary to ensure small calves can …

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Calving Management and Reducing Calf Losses in Beef Herds

WebRemove mucus from the calf’s nose and mouth immediately after birth. Gasping reflex can be initiated by using a straw to tickle the inside of the nose. Vigorous …

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UNL contributes to the identification of new genetic defects in …

WebUniversity of Nebraska — Lincoln researchers have recently identified two new genetic mutations, delayed blindness in Herefords, and bovine familial convulsions and …

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How to know when a pasture is ready to be grazed in the spring

WebInitial grass growth in the spring comes from energy reserves stored in the roots and crowns of the grass plant. Determining if a plant is ready to graze is as simple …

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Beef Production Calendar UNL Beef

WebThe beef production calendar is a management tool for producers to help them in scheduling practices pertaining to the cow herd over a twelve-month period. The calendar is based …

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Vitamin A levels at calving can have a big impact on calf health

WebVitamin A is one of the most important keys to a healthy immune system in newborn calves. Colostrum is the only way calves can get the vitamin A they need to …

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Investigating the cause of cattle abortions: When to involve your

WebIt’s fall, and for cow/calf producers throughout the region that often means it’s time to preg check. Confirming pregnancy in the herd is an important milestone in the …

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The Immune System and Recovery from Sickness in Cattle

WebRange Beef Cow Symposium XX December 11-13, 2007, Fort Collins, Colorado The Immune System and Recovery from Sickness in Cattle Gordon W. Brumbaugh, DVM, …

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Blue-Green Algae Impacts on Cattle UNL Beef

WebBlue-green algae also known as cyanobacteria blooms are caused by excess levels of nitrogen and phosphorus. These nutrients are commonly introduced from runoff …

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Basic Principles Used in the "Sandhills Calving System" and How …

WebRange Beef Cow Symposium XX December 11-13, 2007, Fort Collins, Colorado Basic Principles Used in the "Sandhills Calving System" and How They Apply to Other …

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