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Disease Prevention MBFP More Beef from Pastures

WebDiseases that affect cattle may be caused by: infections from bacteria, viruses or fungi. parasite infestations. nutritional deficiencies, excesses or imbalances. metabolic …

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Zoonotic diseases of cattle MBFP More Beef from …

WebThis table list outlines diseases that infect cattle and can also infect people. Disease. How it spreads. Common signs in people. Leptospirosis. Urine contamination with skin or …

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Phosphorus deficiency MBFP More Beef from Pastures

WebPhosphorus deficiency. Conditions when likely to occur: History of very limited superphosphate application on soils naturally deficient in phosphorus. Lactating cows …

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Pulpy kidney (clostridial disease) MBFP More Beef from …

WebClostridial vaccines prevent mortality against black leg, black disease, tetanus, pulpy kidney and malignant oedema. Vaccinate cow 2–6 weeks before calving. Vaccinate early and a …

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© Meat & Livestock Australia Limited Herd health …

WebHerd health and welfare Key actions Know the common cattle diseases in your locality and whether they are likely to affect production. Implement a disease management plan …

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Seasonal rainfall patterns MBFP More Beef from Pastures

Web0.6–1.0m for sub clover, annual and perennial ryegrass. 1.5–1.8m for perennial pasture grasses. over 3.0m for lucerne, chicory and trees. Deep, heavy clay soils can take in and …

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Cobalt deficiency MBFP More Beef from Pastures

WebClinical signs: Similar to malnutrition, emaciation, ill-thrift. Cobalt deficiency has been associated with a high degree of ketosis and poor body condition. Management strategy …

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Bovine Johne's Disease MBFP More Beef from Pastures

WebBJD is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis. The bacteria live in the animal's intestines and cause thickening of the bowel wall which …

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On-farm animal welfare compliance MBFP More Beef from …

WebCombine management events to minimise handling, follow codes of practice. Adopt management systems that prevent impact of diseases. Refer to Procedure 5. …

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Condition scoring beef cattle MBFP More Beef from Pastures

WebThe body fat reserves of beef cattle are important at critical stages of the production cycle. At the beginning of winter they influence the amount of feed required to ensure …

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More beef from pastures

WebWelcome to the More Beef from Pastures online manual. This resource is an information package designed to deliver the essential principles and practices for a successful beef …

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Grazing management options MBFP More Beef from Pastures

Web* Includes an allowance for calf. As an example, a 500kg cow, fat score 2.5–3.0 in early lactation requires a pasture allowance of 15kg DM/day. Table 3: Average daily gain for a …

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Pasture species composition MBFP More Beef from Pastures

WebFor each pasture type, species composition and productivity can be manipulated using combinations of fertiliser application, grazing management and strategic herbicide …

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Build and maintain soil nutrients to improve soil fertility and health

WebThe P-Tool - a decision support tool. The P-Tool (available on the MLA website) outlines five easy steps that allow producers to understand the value of soil testing and how to use …

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Meet market specifications on time MBFP More Beef from …

Web330kg (ie 250 + 100 × 0.8) Actual weight 100 days after weaning. 310kg (at weighing after 100 days) Time left to sale. 150 days (ie 250 dash; 100) Average growth rate required to …

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Hormonal growth promotants MBFP More Beef from Pastures

Web7.04 - Hormonal growth promotants. Hormonal growth promotants (HGPs) are supplements of the hormones that naturally occur in all animals. HGPs are contained in silicone or …

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CoP Calculator MBFP More Beef from Pastures

Web1.02 - CoP Calculator. Download the full module. The MLA Cost of Production Calculator measures the performance of your enterprise and enables a comparison of the health of …

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