Labor management is one of the biggest day-to-day challenges that dairy managers face. Employee turnover and declining employee morale can be huge drains on productivity and profitability
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Obesity and the Immune System in Dogs and Cats
Diamond V's Tammi Epp, DVM, PhD, DACVSMR offers insights on the relationship between obesity and the immune system in dogs and cats in this interview filmed live at Petfood Forum 2019 in Kansas City, MO.
Current Challenges in Egg Production
In this interview from the Midwest Poultry Federation Convention 2019, Dr. Eric Gingerich comments on the most pressing challenges facing the egg industry.
Campylobacter: Changing Analytical Methods
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that the pathogenic Campylobacter species altogether cause about 9% of the estimated 9.4 million annual foodborne illnesses in the U.S. and account for approximately 15% of hospitalizations.
The Avian Immune System: Dilemmas and Opportunities in Modern Poultry Farming
Research going back to the 1990s has suggested that the modern poultry industry’s genetic selection for beneficial production traits
Rumen Health in Beef Cattle: Acidosis, What to Watch For, and More
Even if we don’t see the classic signs of acidosis, that doesn’t mean the rumen is operating at peak efficiency.
Alternatives to Therapeutic Zinc in Pig Production
Dr. Karen Robertson (Lehe) explains the role of "therapeutic zinc" in pig production, as well as risks associated with its use, including effects on the environment and antibiotic resistance.