VFD Resources
As the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) implementation deadline approaches, Durvet offers a central resource for “all things VFD”. We hope it’s helpful to you and your customers. Click on any of the links below for more information. […]
2016 Has Been a Tough Year for Agriculture
Whether you’re involved with livestock production or farming, it’s been harsh. Prices this year have been depressed throughout the year for most segments. Cattle prices have been cut almost in half compared to what they were in 2013. Hog prices have fallen from record highs in 2014 to their lowest levels since 2009. Corn and [...]
VFD: OTC to Script
Here is an informational graphic that illustrates the timeline for January 1, 2017, OTC to Script & VFD transition in the animal health industry. Click here to download a PDF or click the image itself.
VFD: It’s Coming Like a Tidal Wave
When you walk into the local feed store after the first of the year, many will be surprised to find out what is no longer available to use for controlling diseases in farm animals. When I talk to people that have a have a few chickens, some pigs or a goat hanging around, they tell [...]
How To Bathe A Feral Pig
Recently I took a call from an elderly lady in North Georgia. Mrs. Olson had recently received a pig as a gift and her question was how to shampoo this newly acquired “prize”. I will try to recall the conversation as best as I remember it. “Mrs. Olson, please tell me about your pig and [...]
Effective January 1, 2017: Antibiotic Regulations Are Changing
Ready or not, here it comes! Effective January 1, 2017, the 3-year transition period regarding the use of antibiotics in food-producing animals is in full effect. Small farmers and backyard producers that have been relying on OTC antibiotics to treat outbreaks of disease will no longer be able to get commonly used products without the [...]