VET ASK THE
In conjunction with the Willows Farm Veterinary Group
Over the next few months the Willows will be answering all of your veterinary related questions.
Are you struggling with disease related issues or are your livestock displaying symptoms that you're unsure about? Ask the question!
EMAIL YOUR QUESTIONS TO:
email@thefarmart.co.uk VET: Gethin Edwards
How can I reduce my antibiotic usage on farm without compromising on cow health?
There is a drive among the farming and food industry to reduce the amount and type of antibiotics used on farm. Currently Fluoroquinolones and 3rd Generation Cephalosporins are not allowed to be used, unless they can be clinically justified and supported by laboratory evidence. By using your vet to look at treatment records, as well as mastitis and lameness patterns, they can see areas where antibiotics are used the most. By identifying the risk factors on your farm for those diseases a plan can be made. This will allow changes to be implemented that will reduce the impact of animal health problems.
Too many cows have issues after calving, what can I do?
Transition cow diseases are multifactorial in origin. On the whole, issues after calving can be traced back to what your cows were doing 2-3 weeks before calving. Providing a nutritionally balanced diet on paper does not always lead to a successful calving period. As well as looking at preventing milk fever through a balanced diet, attention should also be placed on Dry Matter Intake. Factors which can affect intakes include, number of days in the transition group, feed space per cow (aim for over75cm/cow) and stocking rates in the transition pen. Aim for 90% stocking with cubicles, or 10-15m2 in loose housing situations. Also make sure that ventilation is adequate (especially in hot weather), and that there is sufficient fresh water available. This list is not exhaustive but can aid to reduce transition diseases.
We seem to be struggling with calf health, what can we do?
The importance of a good start can’t be underestimated when it comes to calf health. The 5 Q's of colostrum Quantity, Quality, Quickly, Quietly, sQueaky Clean are imperative when discussing calf health. The provision of 2-3L colostrum as soon as possible after birth and a further 2-3L in the following 6-12 hours (10% of body weight) are consistently linked to improved calf health and growth rates. Monitoring by using Total Proteins or ZST's through your vet will assist to see if your protocols are giving the best results. Looking at other issues such as ventilation, stocking rates and group mixing will also aid to identify risk factors. Speak to your vet who will be able to offer you suitable advice!
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