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Long-acting trace elements for livestock

Animal nutrition & supplements Cattle health Sheep care & health Sept. 20, 2023



The effective delivery of trace elements is crucial for the optimal health and productivity of both cattle and sheep.

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Cattle selection for nitrogen use efficiency

Animal nutrition & supplements Cattle health Sept. 15, 2023



A simple test to select nitrogen-efficient cattle is the outcome of years of research at The University of Queensland.

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Simplifying calf rearing

Cattle health Merchandise April 19, 2023



“Helping farmers achieve the best possible results with the resources they have available.” This is the outcome that MaxCare is trying to achieve with their clients, says Maxum business manager Tom Newton.

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HGP market tipped to rapidly recover

Cattle health Feb. 27, 2023



Excellent seasonal conditions in many parts of northern Australia, increased breeder numbers and buoyant beef prices means the Hormonal Growth Promotant (HGP) market is being tipped to quickly recover to pre-drought levels.

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Money in boosting minerals in cattle

Cattle health Feb. 25, 2023



Cattle producers are reaping the benefits of improved herd fertility, increased weight gain and fewer stock losses thanks to the strategic use of a trace mineral injection.

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Cloud app harnesses animal performance data

Cattle health Feb. 25, 2023



Easier access to animal performance data and the ability to easily monitor and edit it, is becoming increasingly important as producers face ever increasing demands on their time.

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Welcome addition to pain management at marking

Cattle health Feb. 24, 2023



Marking time will soon be upon us once again and with the welcome addition of a new pain relief product over-the-counter (OTC) in rural reseller stores, there is no better time to remind producers of the importance of providing adequate pain relief to calves and lambs at marking.

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The impact of BRD on young, pastured cattle

Cattle health Feb. 24, 2023



Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is a problem that is commonly identified in young, growing cattle (including non-feedlot cattle).

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Increased risk of liver fluke this autumn

Cattle health Feb. 23, 2023



Floods, above-average rainfall, mild temperatures and the extensive movement of livestock throughout eastern Australia have created ideal conditions for an increase in the prevalence of liver fluke this autumn.

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Lush feed brings high risk of bloat

Cattle health Merchandise Nov. 11, 2022



At this time of year, the word bloat can strike fear for many cattle producers, but Bloat-Drench and Bloat Pasture Spray from Vicchem can help, says Vicchem’s Dugald McFarlane.

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Annual vaccination protects sheep and cattle from anthrax in high-risk areas

Cattle health Oct. 24, 2022



Livestock producers who manage properties where anthrax has previously occurred, including areas bordered by Bourke and Moree to Albury and Deniliquin in the south, have been reminded to vaccinate their cattle and sheep against anthrax.

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Buffalo fly rated costliest pest threat to cattle

Cattle health Management Oct. 12, 2022



A recently published MLA report, Priority list of endemic diseases for the red meat industry — 2022 update by Shephard et al. (2022), has revealed that buffalo fly is now the costliest endemic disease to the Australian cattle industry.

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The ‘perfect storm’ for cattle tick

Cattle health Merchandise Aug. 8, 2022



This year’s mild winter temperatures and ongoing wet conditions has created the ideal environment for an increase of cattle tick numbers in parts of northern Australia.

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New CLASSIC joins growing MaxCare range

Cattle health July 20, 2022



With the latest addition to its family, MaxCare looks to solidify its place as the leading calf milk replacer following the release of the new MaxCare CLASSIC.

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Cattle weigh themselves with Trutest

Cattle health Fencing, livestock handling & ID Aug. 26, 2020



The Tru-Test remote walk over weighing (Remote WOW) system has revolutionised the way Australian cattle producers run their business as it means that cattle can now effectively weigh themselves – without a human in sight.

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