Livestock


Jun 17, 2024

by FBN Network

From managing flies that can spread diseases to your herd to using implants to get more lean meat, proactively managing the health and well-being of your herd can help increase your productivity and profitability. Here are 10 helpful tips our team members and veterinary experts have shared in previo


Jun 03, 2024

by FBN Network

While “bird flu” — highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) type A (H5N1) — has been making headlines recently, the USDA says that pasteurization kills the pathogen. It confirms that dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt are considered safe to consume . At this time, beef cows have not bee


May 31, 2024

by FBN Network

Flies are more than a nuisance to livestock. These pests can also create serious issues that affect the overall health and wellbeing of your herd. Knowing how to triage cattle from flies will prevent undue stress on your animals and help keep them healthy and profitable. There are a few steps you ca


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3 Grass Turnout Best Practices

May 01, 2024

by FBN Network

This spring, it’s important to understand best practices during grass turnout so that you help keep your cattle healthy and promote breeding. Dr. Brian Dorcey, a veterinarian at Southwest Veterinary Services, and Dr. Monty Kerley, founder and lead researcher for Boveta Nutrition, LLC, break grass tu


Apr 10, 2024

by FBN Network

As summer approaches, it’s a good time to start thinking about adding fly control solutions to your nutrition program. The newly released FBN® Grass Turnout Guide provides an essential overview to help producers prepare their cattle for grass turnout, including preventing and managing flies. Access



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Getting Ahead of Calf Scours

Apr 01, 2024

by FBN Network

Calf scours is a top health issue for both beef and dairy calves. Dr. Steve Dudley, FBN® Head of Technical Services and a practicing veterinarian with Southwest Veterinary Services, provides tips on scours prevention to help maintain livestock health. Dr. Dudley discusses: Prevention strategies, Vac


Mar 18, 2024

by FBN Network

This panel was originally presented live at Farmer2FarmerVI in Omaha, NE. Weaning season is coming up for calves. To help livestock producers through the process of separating calves from their mothers in a manner that promotes calf health, Dr. Brian Dorcey, DVM, shares the top five missed opportuni


Mar 04, 2024

by FBN Network

View the video below or continue reading to learn a number of helpful weaning strategies for calves from Dr. Erika Nagorske, a practicing veterinarian with FBN®'s official veterinary partner Southwest Veterinary Services. Pre-Weaning Strategies First, ensure the calves have been properly vaccinated


Feb 29, 2024

by Dr. Monty Kerley

Liquid feed is a molasses-based supplement for livestock that provides added minerals , vitamins, protein, and energy in a convenient, cost-effective and easy-to-handle form. It complements cattle's primary forage and grain diets, ensuring they receive a well-balanced nutrition profile. How to Deliv