Herd Health for the Beef Cattle Operation!

Authors

  • Ed Richey Extension Veterinarian; College of Veterinary Medicine University of Florida
  • Ross Hendry Veterinary Practitioner; Bradenton, Florida
  • Scott Cornwell Veterinary Practitioner; Arcadia, Florida

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro19916754

Keywords:

herd health programs, resistance level, disease challenge level

Abstract

To be able to use herd health programs effectively, they must be SIMPLE & FIT the cattle OPERATION. How do we keep herd (animal) health simple? Know what a HEALTHY HERD is! A healthy herd exists when the RESISTANCE LEVEL of the animals remain above the DISEASE CHALLENGE LEVEL.

Cover image of the 24th Conference Proceedings: A herd of cattle stand in a green field beneath two palm trees. In the foreground is a mother cow, resting her head on the back of her calf, who is nestled against her side. Beneath the photo is the conference theme, written in black italics: Go For The Magic In Orlando. Light blue background.

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Published

1991-09-18

Issue

1991

Section

Practice Tips