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Education & Training

WebThe five-day conference will provide attendees with the opportunity to learn the most current research and practices that help to enhance large and small ruminant hoof health. Additionally, attendees can gain additional education and knowledge through pre- and post-conference workshops. The Conference will be held August 1-5, 2022 in

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Minnesota Easy Culture System User’s Guide

WebThe Minnesota Easy® Culture System was developed to identify mastitis -causing pathogens in milk samples. The system is based upon commonly used, relatively simple microbiological techniques. The Minnesota Easy® Culture System is recommended for culturing milk from clinical mastitis cases (visibly abnormal milk).

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Alternatives to tail docking

WebSwitch trimming (tail hair trimming) Trimming the long hair growing along the tail and on the tail brush is an extremely effective way to minimise the workplace ‘hazards’ of a flicking tail. A well-trimmed tail eliminates dags, will stay cleaner and poses less risk to the operator. The tail hair can be trimmed using hand shears or electric

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Best Practice: Lameness Prevention

Web1. Create a consistent and effective hoof trimming program. 2. Develop a consistent routine for digital dermatitis prevention. 3. Manage the cow and her environment to minimize impact of metabolic problems and standing time on lameness.

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Selective Dry Cow Therapy Cost Calculator

WebCONTACT DETAILS. Address: 225 Veterinary Medical Center 1365 Gortner Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55108. Email: [email protected]

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Best Practice: Milking Procedures

Web1. Utilize an effective pre-milking preparation routine. 2. Following milking, ensure proper coverage of each teat with an effective post-dip.

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Best Practice: Care of Milking Equipment

WebBest Practice: Care of Milking Equipment. 1. Develop and follow a preventive maintenance schedule for milking equipment. 2. Monitor vacuum level and pulsation regularly to ensure proper function. 1. Develop and follow a preventive maintenance schedule for milking equipment. Just like a car or tractor, milking equipment needs regular maintenance

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Veterinary Feed Directive

WebVeterinary Feed Directive. Starting in 2012, the FDA published a series of reports outlining changes for the use of medically important antimicrobials in the feed and water of food producing animals. With the publishing of the revised Veterinary Feed Directive the timeline is in place for the changes to take place and become effective January 1

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