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Poultry Care 101: A Guide to Chicken-Keeping

Keeping a backyard flock of chickens can be a fun and rewarding hobby. Homesteading has seen a major rise in popularity in recent years, and chickens can be seen in the backyards of many; from celebrities in Hollywood to rural farms around the country. If you have been contemplating joining the chicken-keeping club, there's no [...]

By | December 15th, 2022|Farm and Home, Poultry|Comments Off on Poultry Care 101: A Guide to Chicken-Keeping

Controlling Anaplasmosis in Beef Cattle

Anaplasmosis is a prevalent tick-borne disease of cattle worldwide and a major obstacle to profitable beef production in the U.S. It is estimated that introduction of anaplasmosis into a previously naïve herd can result in a 3.6% reduction in calf crop, a 30% increase in cull rate and a 30% mortality rate in clinically infected [...]

By | November 3rd, 2022|Cattle, Durvet Culture and Marketing, Farm and Home|Comments Off on Controlling Anaplasmosis in Beef Cattle

Proposed Restrictions on Rodenticides

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering several changes to its regulation of rodenticides that will jeopardize access to these critical pest management products and tools. The proposed changes are significant and will make all bulk rodenticides RESTRICTED USE PRODUCTS (RUP). As part of this process, there will be a 60-day public comment period [...]

By | October 31st, 2022|Farm and Home|Comments Off on Proposed Restrictions on Rodenticides

Product Spotlight: AquaVet® Pond Management Solutions

Your prescription for a healthy pond. Aquavet is a full line of pond management solutions manufactured with the latest technological advances in aquatic science. Preventative Scipts Blue Pond Dye Featuring Suspend™ Technology Enhances depth by adding a beautiful blue color to your pond or lake. Just pour/throw in from shore. Stays in suspension longer creating [...]

By | September 28th, 2022|Farm and Home, Product Spotlight|Comments Off on Product Spotlight: AquaVet® Pond Management Solutions

Product Spotlight: Ivermectin Sheep Drench

Ivermectin Sheep Drench is a ready-to-use, free-flowing solution of ivermectin. It is formulated to deliver the recommended dose rate of 0.2 mg ivermectin per 1 kg body weight given orally at a volume of 3.0 mL per 26 lbs body weight.  Indications: Ivermectin Sheep Drench provides treatment and control of adult and fourth-stage larvae of [...]

By | September 27th, 2022|Dewormers and Insect Control, Farm and Home, Product Spotlight, Sheep and Goat|Comments Off on Product Spotlight: Ivermectin Sheep Drench

Things to Know When Buying a Goat

So you've decided to take the plunge and add some goats to your farm? Goats are fun animals and have become more popular as people are trying to return to a more sustainable lifestyle. When someone is a first-time goat buyer, they may not know what to look for or which important questions to ask. [...]

By | September 20th, 2022|Farm and Home, Goats, Sheep and Goat|Comments Off on Things to Know When Buying a Goat

Don’t Horse Around When it Comes to Hoof Care

Maintaining your horse's hooves should be a routine part of their health care. No matter the activity level and lifestyle, many different hoof problems can arise in horses. For maximum horse health and longevity, regular hoof care is a must to ensure hoof and leg soundness. A good working relationship with a farrier and veterinarian [...]

By | August 18th, 2022|Equine, Farm and Home, Grooming|Comments Off on Don’t Horse Around When it Comes to Hoof Care

Tips for Quick Recovery After the Arena

For competition and race horses, every day is leg day. If you've ever felt muscle soreness after a hard workout, then you know what it feels like! There are several steps a rider can take both before and after a training session or competition to help their horse recover faster. The first step to keeping [...]

By | June 23rd, 2022|Equine, Farm and Home, Supportive Therapies and Vitamins|Comments Off on Tips for Quick Recovery After the Arena

Product Spotlight: NEW! Antibacterial & Antifungal Shampoo

Antibacterial & Antifungal Shampoo is a pleasantly-scented antiseptic shampoo designed for dogs, cats and horses with dermatological conditions responsive to chlorhexidine and ketoconazole. Approved For Use On: Dogs, Cats & Horses Packaging: 32 oz bottle Benefits: Antiseptic shampoo in a synergistic base that offers deep cleansing and deodorizing properties. Pleasantly-scented formulation. Designed for dogs, cats, and horses [...]

By | May 26th, 2022|Equine, Farm and Home, Grooming, Pet, Product Spotlight|Comments Off on Product Spotlight: NEW! Antibacterial & Antifungal Shampoo

Caring for the Working Feline

Whether a stray cat wandered onto your property or you decided to adopt a new pet, barn cats can be an excellent addition to your farm. When it comes to farm life, cats can play an essential role in keeping your barns, stables and yard free of unwanted pests. They are very effective at keeping [...]

By | May 17th, 2022|Farm and Home, Pet|Comments Off on Caring for the Working Feline