Animal Health

As calves are weaned onto pasture and their meal feeding stops, many forget the coccidiostat in the meal which prevents the parasite disease Coccidiosis also stops. New Zealand owned, Alleva Animal Health’s local innovation takes care of that. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.

Watch Russ Young take us through what EcoLab Next Gen Solids means for them as they no longer have blue drums on farm.

Body condition has a significant influence on the reproductive performance of breeding cows. The most value can be generated by reducing the number of low conditioned cows in the herd.
Words Sandra Taylor.

A new, global-first, cleaning technology is creating peace of mind for farmers and a safer work environment. Words Anne Lee.

A groundbreaking new sheep trial is set to find the link between lamb survival rates and flock resilience by delving into the crucial role of ewes as ‘good mums’ aiming to significantly impact the country’s sheep sector. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.

A Taranaki farmer has embraced all of MSD Animal Health’s SenseHub Dairy Technologies to allow his high-producing cows to continue being milked beyond a typical dry-off date based on accurate, real-time information from wearables, sensors and drafting tools.
Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp, Photos Brad Hanson

As new wearable technologies for animals have surged in popularity, specific advice on the use of them within the dairy sector are to be included in an imminent review of the Animal Welfare Code: Dairy Cattle.
Words Tony Leggett.

Ginny Dodunski, Wormwise Programme Manager warns dairy and beef cattle farmers to move faster to avoid a repeat of the drench failure catastrophe seen in lamb systems. Words Tony Leggett.

Summary of general information provided by dog food suppliers.

Words Rachael Fouhy, veterinarian, Tararua Veterinary Services.