Preconditioning is a generic term that means different things to different people and encompasses the different operating …
Be careful with sorghums this time of year
The cool temperatures of fall are rapidly approaching. The cool weather is usually good for grasses like tall fescue and orchard …
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State deer breeding rules to stave off deadly disease upheld in court
A district judge recently upheld rules that regulate deer breeders in Texas, relating to chronic wasting disease (CWD) in …
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TAHC adopts new rules on trich, propose rule reviews
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) held a regularly-scheduled meeting on Aug. 22, 2017, at its headquarters in Austin. The …
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Parasite control: Kill most, protect some
Drug resistance in parasites, like the worms themselves, can progress unnoticed, until the damage is done. Today, with resistance …
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New shade system at Texas Tech Beef Center keeps cattle comfortable, healthy
An innovative, new animal welfare product recently installed at the Texas Tech University Beef Center is providing researchers a …
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Does acclimation upon arrival pay off?
Will allowing calves a day or two of rest before processing pay off in better health? Bovine Veterinarian takes a look at the …
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AVMA provides information on large animal and livestock disaster preparation
There are unique considerations for horses and other livestock during a disaster. Preparing ahead of time and acting quickly are …
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Improper mosquito control on livestock can do more harm than good, expert warns
In an effort to save their livestock from the torment caused by the plague of mosquitoes in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, some …
Floating fire ants, insect pests among flood hazards
Fire ants, as their colonies begin to flood, can join feet or tarsi to form water rafts, and they are more aggressive once in the …
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