Over the course of an animal’s life, they will require many vaccinations and treatments. Whether treating cattle with specific medicines for specific illnesses or…
Effective nutrition, proper animal health and possible finishing practices will all be discussed at an upcoming Gain information evening on beef. This information…
There are two main sources of infection on your farm; infected animals and contaminated environment, equipment and visitors, Animal Health Ireland (AHI) says. So…
Redwater is a life-threatening disease of cattle caused by a parasite called Babesia divergens and the parasite is transmitted by ticks, Animal Health Ireland (AHI)…
Heifer care is often overlooked when it comes to digital dermatitis management, experts say. Digital dermatitis often leads to lameness, which decreases milk…
Have you ever had problems identifying if your cattle have hoof problems? Thanks to the International Committee for Animal Recording’s (ICAR) Claw Health Atlas,…
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) estimates that approximately one-fifth of animal production is lost due to illness. On Irish farms, disease reduces profits…
To effectively control Johne’s Disease it is necessary to reduce the risk of transmitting infection between animals (usually between adult animals and calves),…
