Trends and Demographics Affecting Bovine Practice

Abstract

Everyone knows that American agriculture is undergoing significant change and stress. Much of the recent change involving the financial farm crisis is well-known. Underlying these financial difficulties are declines in agricultural
exports, and perhaps more importantly, strong technological and structural forces which will cause further changes and adjustments in agriculture for years to come.

In the 30 minutes in which I have the privilege to address you this morning, I would like to briefly outline a few issues which relate directly to food animal veterinary practice.