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. […]
Through a Horse’s Eyes
I was fortunate enough to grow up around horses and compete in team roping jackpots and rodeos, and I continue to do so today. I learned this hobby by spending many, many hours in the barn roping the steer horns on a bale of hay, and running countless steers in the practice arena. One of [...]
Flying the Friendly Skies? A Tale of Two Airline Experiences
I fly often for work and I think I notice things over time that the occasional vacation traveler probably doesn’t. I fly Airline A most of the time and I have gotten to where I really like them. They’re almost always on time, don’t have an “Executive Lounge”, and they don’t give me free First [...]
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.
I Had the Time of My Life!
How often do you hear people say they want to get away from work but just can’t do it because they’re too busy or some other excuse they come up with to justify not taking time off? I WAS that person. I would only get out of the office for a day or two at [...]
The Leaves Are Changing. Are Your Bees Ready?
The leaves are changing, there’s a nip in the air, everything you see now comes in “pumpkin spice” flavoring… so this can only mean one thing… Fall is officially upon us and Winter will soon be here. As beekeepers we need to make sure that our hives are prepared to handle the winter. Surviving the [...]
Things I Learned Around the Campfire
Have you ever just sat around a campfire and listened to the crackle of the flame? Have you ever longed to just kick back and listen to the sounds around you? As a Girl Scout my fondest memories were sitting around the campfire, singing songs, roasting marshmallows, watching girls do silly skits, and passing on [...]
Will We Have ENOUGH to Feed the World in 2050?
Author: Becky Fouard, Elanco Corporate Communications Real conversation: Student, in a concerned voice: “What is that? Are you going to eat it?” Teacher: “Calm down, it is just cauliflower. Student: “What is that? Teacher: “Wait, have you never seen cauliflower before? It’s a vegetable; please tell me you are joking.” Three years ago my [...]
I’m The New Kid On The Block at Durvet
Being the new kid on the block at a new job, a new school or a new neighborhood can be tough. But it also offers a unique opportunity to see your surroundings in a new perspective that others may not. For the past month or so, I’ve been the new kid on the block at [...]