We all are well aware of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) as the farmers in Pakistan suffered last year due to huge economic losses due to LSD, here is a refresher article. Please go through it and advise your fellow farmers to vaccinated their animal well in time. Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a viral disease […]
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Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals, including cows. The disease causes fever, blisters, and sores in the mouth, feet, and teats of infected animals. It is one of the most economically devastating livestock diseases worldwide, as it can cause significant losses in production and trade restrictions.
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Providing comfort to cows in a dairy barn is essential for their health, welfare, and productivity. Providing comfort to cows in a dairy farm requires a holistic approach that considers their physical, social, and emotional needs. By providing ample space, good ventilation, soft bedding, clean water, balanced nutrition, comfortable flooring, and proper lighting, farmers can
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Displaced abomasum (DA) is a common metabolic disorder in dairy cows that occurs when the abomasum (the fourth compartment of the cow’s stomach) moves out of its normal position and becomes displaced. DA is most commonly seen in high-producing dairy cows, particularly in the first few weeks after calving. The abomasum is normally located on
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Sustainable dairy farming is a type of farming that focuses on meeting the needs of the present generation while preserving the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sustainable dairy farming incorporates principles of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic viability. Some key elements of sustainable dairy farming include: Environmental stewardship: Sustainable dairy
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Improving milk production in dairy cows can be done through several ways, like by providing adequate nutrition, feed management, maintaining their health and reproduction etc. Here are few tips to improve their milk production Providing adequate nutrition: Ensure the cows have a balanced diet that includes all essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, with a focus
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THE RISK FACTORS CONTRIBUTING LAMENESS IN DAIRY COWS After fertility and mastitis, lameness is generally considered to be the 3rd most economically important health issue in dairy herd. Worldwide incidence is reported as high as 26% of all dairy cattle with a much higher incidence in high producing dairies in temperate countries. Lameness is manifested
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