Objective:To determine the least detrimental castration technique in terms of growth performance when castrating cattle upon entry to the feedlot. Continue reading “Comparing the Performance of Cattle Castrated Using Different Techniques Upon Arrival at the Feedlot”
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Rethinking Castration
by Miriam Martin, graduate student
Reducing pain at the time of castration is a topic that has received renewed interest in scientific meetings, in conversation with consumers, and is beginning to work its way into producer’s conversations with veterinarians. A lot of confusion surrounds extra-label drug use, what agents are available, the practicality of implementing preemptive analgesia, and whether or not it’s right for your operation. Continue reading “Rethinking Castration”
