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VFD: One year later

Jan. 1, 2017, brought a major change to the U.S. livestock industry, as the FDA’s veterinary feed directive (VFD) rule placed purchase and use of medically important antibiotics used in feed under the control of veterinarians. While many producers were skeptical, veterinarians generally viewed the change as positive, giving them an opportunity to become more involved in comprehensive herd-health programs on their clients’ operations. Now, a year later, after one full production cycle for beef producers, we can reflect on what is working and where the new regulations continue to create confusion or questions. Read more…

Written by:
kristin
Published on:
January 10, 2018

Categories: General, The Cattleman Now

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