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Dairy Farming

Dairy farming is a class of agriculture for long-term production of milk, which is processed (either on the farm or at a dairy plant, either of which may be called a dairy) for eventual sale of a dairy product.

Grazing Lands

Any vegetated land that is grazed or has the potential to be grazed by animals (domestic and wild). This term is all-inclusive and covers all kinds and types of land that can be grazed. [AGROVOC]

Veterinary Medicine

The diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of companion, domestic, exotic, wildlife and production animals.

Publications

Livestock Vaccines: Principles, Types, and Important Factors to Consider

VM258/VM258by Juan M. Campos Krauer and João H. J. BittarFebruary 16th, 2024This publication presents information on the basic mechanisms and types of livestock vaccines available, as well as a few best practices for vaccine management. This information can help improve your herd health and success in your next herd vaccination. Written by Juan M. Campos Krauer and João H. J. Bittar, and published by the Veterinary Medicine—Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension, January 2024.

Related IFAS Blog Posts

Bouncing Back Strong: How Resilience Drives Research Success

Livestock LabMarch 11th, 2024Feed the Future Innovation Lab research activities are effective, locally adaptable research triggered by real development challenges faced by the Feed the Future countries. The current research portfolio of the Innovation Lab for Livestock Systems at the University of Florida addresses a wide range of challenges, such as reducing disease morbidity and mortality in poultry […]

Improved Management and Feeding Increase Access to Dairy Products in Rwanda

Livestock LabMarch 6th, 2024Milk remains one of the most important sources of nutrient-dense animal source food in Rwanda, and many other Feed the Future countries. Indeed, the government of Rwanda’s Girinka program recognizes the critical importance of milk in the diet of vulnerable populations by encouraging the distribution of cattle to low-income families. However, limitations of feed availability […]

Overcoming Chicken Challenges through Effective Coordination

Livestock LabMarch 6th, 2024The Burkinabe poultry sector can become safer and more productive by improved farm and market practices. This is not easy and does not happen overnight. However, this challenge does not stop a dedicated team of researchers under the leadership of Dr. Michel Dione from the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) from taking on this challenge. […]

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