Managing Internal Parasites in Cattle
Deworming is beneficial for beef and dairy operations, provided it is done correctly with effective products. However, due to anthelmintic resistance, relying solely on dewormers is insufficient.
Biosecurity & Disease Prevention
BLV is not PFAS it doesn’t have to last forever
Bovine leukosis infection in cattle, like PFAS chemicals, is almost universal in dairy herds. Yet, unlike PFAS, we don’t have to resign ourselves to living with it; we can take specific steps toward its control and elimination
Disease Basics An Overview of Bovine Leukemia Virus
The presentation provides an overview of Bovine Leukemia Virus (BLV) including the biology of the virus, impacts on cattle health and production, diagnostics, and control.
▶️ Watch: Transitioning to Electronic Identification, what Wisconsin cattle producers need to know
UW-Madison Division of Extension Livestock Program facilitated a discussion on Oct 30, 2024, about official identification of cattle using electronic ID and the importance of livestock premises registration.
Strengthening biosecurity practices on dairy farms
The careful implementation of biosecurity practices is key to protect both people and animals, as well as to ensure a viable and safe food supply for consumers.
Am I required to test for HPAI (H5N1) before transporting my cattle?
The Federal order regarding the HPAI (H5N1) virus situation requires testing for specific interstate (across state lines) travel of lactating dairy cattle. Read about different scenarios to assist farmers with understanding the Federal order.
▶️ Watch: Basic Biosecurity Practices For Livestock Operations
This video focuses on basic biosecurity practices for livestock operations.
▶️ Watch: Biosecurity Practices For Livestock At Fairs, Shows, And Exhibitions
This video outlines practices for biosecurity at fairs, shows, and exhibitions.
▶️ Watch: Biosecurity During a Disease Outbreak
This video provides an overview of biosecurity during disease response.
Resources for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus in Cattle
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus is an emerging issue that poses a significant threat to the health and well-being of dairy herds.
Administering reproductive hormones to dairy cattle
Using proper injection techniques for animal health products, including reproductive hormones, helps ensure products work effectively. In addition, it is important to safely handle animals and health products to protect both farm workers and animals.
Cleaning and sanitizing multi-dose syringes and transfer needles
Properly cleaning, sanitizing, and storing multi-dose syringes and transfer needles will reduce contamination from many viruses, bacteria, and fungi. The steps described here use only tap and distilled or deionzed (purified) water and do not render the equipment sterile.
