| Aflatoxins in Feeds Is there an absolutely safe level? The answer is probably no. For beef cows, including pregnant cows, a maximum of 100 ppb in the total diet appears to be a practical answer. |
| [Image: black calves eating feed from trough]Cow Nutrition Affects Calf Health And Herd Productivity For Years Winter feeding costs are a major expense in cow-calf herds. So, selecting a winter feeding program that is cost-efficient is imperative. However, making sure nutrient requirements are met during this time is critical to future profitability. An investment now can pay dividends for years to come. |
| [Image: Senna occidentalis]Poisonous Plants for Louisiana Livestock in the Fall Images of major poisonous plants are presented to assist livestock owners with plant recognition. Toxic effects are also mentioned. |
| [Image: Important Fly Pests of Louisiana Beef Cattle]Important Fly Pests of Louisiana Beef Cattle The blood-sucking fly pests of Louisiana beef cattle include the horn fly, stable fly and many species of tabanids. By understanding the biology and life cycle of each pest, producers will be better able to devise more effective fly control programs. This publication explains how, in most cases, an integrated approach, whereby more than one control method is used, will prove more effective for long-term fly control. |
| [Image: Newsletter image]Understanding The Virus Complex Understanding the virus complex is not easy, but because it causes significant disease problems, abortion and shipping fever, it is best we understand what all the letters mean and how to best deal with them. |
| Photosensitization in Cattle and Horses Photosensitization, also known as photodermatitis, occurs when the liver is unable to excrete a metabolite of chlorophyll from forages the animal has eaten. The metabolite accumulates in the skin and is activated by sunlight. The reaction yields free radicals that "burn" the skin. |
| [Image: brahman bull standing in pasture]Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVD) of Cattle BVD is a viral disease of cattle that can cause clinical disease and subclinical production losses. This article discusses the common signs of this disease and how to manage it. |
| [Image: Horse with swelling]Anthrax in Louisiana Anthrax in livestock and horses is described. Topics discussed include: A brief history of the disease, persistance of spores in soil, clinical signs, what to do if anthrax suspected, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control. |
| Bovine Trichomoniasis Trichomoniasis is a bovine venereal disease that can cause substantial reproductive and economic loss in cow-calf operations that use natural service. Many states, including Louisiana, now have regulations on movement of bulls to prevent the spread of trichomoniasis. |
| Pinkeye in Beef Cattle There are many cattle diseases to be concerned about as a producer, but pinkeye is one of the more highly contagious diseases. It is an infectious bacterial disease of the eye of cattle caused by Moraxella bovis. Review the causes, transmission, symptoms, and treatment of Pinkeye. |
| [Image: black beef heifers ]Four Parts of a Herd Health Program This fact sheet describes the four parts of a herd health program for beef cattle: Nutrition, deworming, vaccinations and biosecurity. |
| [Image: cowboy on horseback gathering Brahman cattle]Winter Hazards for Louisiana Beef Cattle This two-part series describes the potential disease problems that may arise in the winter in beef cattle because of shortages of grazing and stored forages, and it offers solutions to help prevent these problems. |
| Hurricane Aftermath Can Present Potential Livestock Disease Problems Cattle, goats, horses, pigs and sheep surviving Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita are vulnerable to several diseases, including infectious diseases and toxicities, according to a veterinarian with the LSU AgCenter. |
| [Image: Cover view of PDF]Health Conditions Common to Show Animals A brief review of the common health problems that can afflict cattle, sheep and pigs. Symptoms and treatments are described, but this is not meant to be a treatment guide. (PDF Format Only) |
| Diseases of Louisiana Cattle Cattle in all beef herds are subjected to some of the common diseases. Vaccines are available that can induce some degree of protection against several of the major diseases of cattle. |
| Effects of Pesticides on Livestock Some pesticides can potentially harm livestock. There are steps farmers can take in order to counteract toxic effects and minimize the risk of exposure. |
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