heat stress cattle

How to reduce heat stress in dairy cattle

Abatement of heat stress in dairy cattle In dairy cattle, heat stress occurs when the animal generates and absorbs more heat than it can get rid of through the normal […]

Technological advances for cattle farming

AgTech Advancements in Beef and Dairy Cattle Production

Technology is developing rapidly everywhere, including in beef and dairy cattle production. In fact, among all the livestock species, someone could argue that beef and dairy has been the most […]

AgTech innovations in Livestock Production

AgTech innovations in Livestock Production

Modern technology has been changing human lives for decades. Some of these technologies made their way to crop farming years ago as “precision ag” and are now showing up in […]

Feed-related Diseases or Physiological Problems in Cattle

Feed-related Diseases or Physiological Problems in Cattle

What are the feed-related diseases in cattle? Bloat In Cattle There are two types of bloat – gassy bloat and frothy bloat, with the latter being the most common type. […]

Mastitis in Cattle – Causes, Symptoms and Management

Mastitis in Cattle – Causes, Symptoms and Management

The occurrence of mastitis indicates some failure in milking management Major causes of mastitis are: Application of the wrong milking techniques Neglecting hygienic measures like not having washed the hands […]

Serious Cattle Diseases caused by Pathogenes 

Serious Cattle Diseases caused by Pathogenes 

Some serious livestock diseases are found in some geographical locations and have been known to result in catastrophic livestock losses. These diseases have been termed as notifiable diseases, and livestock […]

Pests in Cattle- Internal Parasites

Pests in Cattle- Internal Parasites

Livestock production practices, when intensified, create a conducive environment for the multiplication of different pests that reduce animal productivity through competition for food, especially blood feeders, while others act as […]

Pests in Cattle- External Parasites

Pests in Cattle – External Parasites

Livestock production practices, when intensified, create a conducive environment for the multiplication of different pests that reduce animal productivity through competition for food, especially blood feeders, while others act as […]