February 24th 2025
Flies can significantly impact the health of cattle
February 19th 2025
Congestive heart failure in cattle has become more prevalent in recent years
February 18th 2025
Findings suggest that the number of human H5N1 cases may be higher than reported
February 12th 2025
The legislation seeks to empower law enforcement and fight the opioid epidemic while also protecting access to the drug for veterinary use
USDA APHIS and Mexico are collaborating on New World screwworm screening and treatment measures
USDA updates turkey flock H5N1 surveillance policies following raw turkey pet food contamination
The revised policy includes isolation protocols, clinical monitoring, and premovement testing
Unpasteurized milk will now be tested in effort to tackle H5N1 in dairy cattle
The USDA is collecting raw milk samples as part of its National Milk Testing Strategy to address bird flu
New study will explore seaweed diet for cattle to reduce their methane emissions
Researchers will explore the effect Pacific dulse seaweed supplementation has on grazing cows’ digestive methane production
FDA: Off-label use of aspirin in lactating dairy cattle is prohibited
Vazalore is currently the only FDA-approved human aspirin that may be used in food-producing animals under certain conditions
FDA allocates funds for data collection and reporting on antimicrobial use in animals
The FDA is awarding grants for 3 projects that will collect, analyze, and report data on antimicrobial use in livestock and poultry
Partnership pioneers sustainable, genetic-based dairy farming
Danone will leverage Zoetis’ innovative genetic technology to make the cattle industry more sustainable worldwide
AVMA updates guidelines on humane slaughter of animals
The document now provides guidance for veterinarians that pertains to additional species
NC State builds new dairy barn
NC State’s state-of-the-art dairy facility replaces the previous barn built in the 1930s
China to join other countries in implementing cattle supplement that reduces methane emissions
China Modern Dairy Holdings is collaborating with dsm-firmenich to implement Bovaer in its operations
USDA announces $17.6 million investment to protect livestock welfare and fund research
The investment includes funding for high-priority research initiatives on zoonotic infectious diseases, vaccines, animal welfare, and more
3 must-reads on avian flu
Read about how the highly pathogenic avian influenza was transmitted to cows, cats, raccoons, and dolphins, plus what steps are being taken to contain the spread
New research uncovers infection mechanism behind deadly disease in cattle
A study on what causes malignant catarrhal fever in ruminants may offer hope for the development of a vaccine against this infectious peripheral T cell lymphoma disease
New study finds cows can transmit avian flu to other mammals
Researchers found evidence that H5N1 can be transmitted from cows to other mammals, including cats and raccoons
Global list of essential veterinary medicines for food-producing animals in need of rabbit and poultry specialists
The list aims to ameliorate access to safe and effective medicines and vaccines for veterinarians globally
AVMA publishes disaster preparedness guide for small farms
The free booklet contains tips, evacuation kit checklists, and important information to help farm owners prepare animals in the event of a disaster
Experimental bovine anaplasmosis vaccine may offer cattle protection
The inactivated bovine anaplasmosis vaccine may help reduce antibiotic resistance to medicated feed
AVMA House votes to pass new policy on animal transport
The new policy was passed in support of humane animal transport amid an increase in animal transportation distance
Abdominal exploration in cattle
Andrew JT Muir, DVM, MS, gave a lecture on standing flank laparotomies in cattle, including alternative surgical options at the 2024 AVMA Convention
Increasing veterinary technician utilization with new guidelines
Guidelines created by bovine and equine associations help educate the veterinary community on the skills of credentialed technicians
Preparing and protecting pets for hurricane season
The 2024 hurricane season is predicted to be more hazardous than normal
USDA APHIS revises animal disease traceability regulations
USDA revised its animal disease traceability regulations to require electronic identification tags for interstate movement of certain cattle and bison to reduce outbreaks.
ADM Animal Nutrition includes additional lots of farm animal feed products in new recall expansion
The company recently released a third list of recalled products following previous recalls announced earlier in 2024
FDA approves first animal drug for wild quail
Fenbendazole is indicated as a parasite preventive, which can be used as a tool by wildlife managers
New tool diagnoses PRRS quicker than before
The reporting system is a working effort between academic institutes and laboratories to detect porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome
First bluetongue virus serotype 3 vaccination to hit the market
The vaccine will protect cattle and sheep from BTV-3 against clinical signs and mortality
Veterinary scene down under: First hospitals to receive VetCOT Trauma Centre preliminary accreditation announced, and more news
Updates on the dairy medicine specialist who’s educational materials are supporting new graduates; and the first veterinary specialist hospitals in Australia to receive VetCOT Trauma Centre preliminary accreditation.
USDA awards millions in Farm Bill funding
The money will be used to enhance prevention, preparedness, early detection, and rapid response for diseases threatening livestock in the United States
Second US human case of avian influenza is confirmed
A Michigan farmworker who had regular contact with livestock was confirmed to have contracted the virus.
Advancing regulations for intentional genomic alterations in animals
The FDA has also established an MOU with the USDA that clarifies roles and responsibilities for regulation of IGAs in animals
Researchers develop rapid detection tool for swine disease
Researchers across the United States are utilizing a grant from the USDA to detect Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus