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More progress needed on livestock vaccination report card
Beef 911: The latest in-depth survey of the cow herd shows higher rates of vaccination, but gaps remain
Mistakes with pharmaceuticals are costly
Beef 911: There are several things you should do regularly to ensure you’re using products properly

There have been many gains on many fronts in the cattle industry
Beef 911: We’re reducing stress, using early disease detection, and improving animal welfare in a host of ways

Not using minerals will cost you in the long run
Beef 911: Not feeding minerals to your herd will mean more sick calves, lower performance, and reduced reproductive rates
To ensure breeding soundness, make sure warts are treated
In the vast majority of cases, penile warts can be successfully and simply dealt with

The updated bison code of care has a wealth of information
Beef 911: Although written specifically for bison, the code also has good tips for beef producers

Lameness can have many causes
Beef 911: In some cases, knowing the cause and adjusting your management can prevent problems

How to make the best of a bad situation
Beef 911: If you plan ahead, you can still get good value for an animal that suddenly needs to be put down
Make the most of passes through the cattle chute
Beef 911: Don’t take a ‘we can do it later’ attitude and miss the opportunity to get more done in one pass

When feed is in short supply, time to cull
Beef 911: Downsizing the herd will be profitable if you have good records and good reasons for culling
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