Bovine Genital Campylobacteriosis by Max B. Irsik, Jan K. Shearer

“…Shearer, DVM, MS, describes this venereal disease of cattle formerly known as vibriosis, clinical findings and epidemiology, how to determine if there is a campylobacter problem in a herd, and the use of vaccines. …”
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Growing Calf and Show Steer Feed Management by Matt Hersom, Todd Thrift

“…AN254, a 9-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Todd Thrift, details feeds, feed management, and nutrient requirements for growing cattle with a view towards successful development of a quality show calf. …”
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Humane Euthanasia Procedures for Sick, Injured, and/or Debilitated Livestock Wall Chart by Jan K. Shearer, Paul Nicoletti

“…Shearer and Paul Nicoletti, describes the correct way to humanely euthanize cattle using gunshot or penetrating captive bolt. …”
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Cressleaf Groundsel (Butterweed) Identification and Management in Pastures by Brent A. Sellers, Jay Ferrell

“… Butterweed is a winter annual that is toxic to both cattle and horses. This 2-page fact sheet provides an overview of the plant as well as herbicide recommendations. …”
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Pasture Aeration by Joao Vendramini, Maria Silveira

“…SS-AGR-321, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by Joao Vendramini and Maria Silveira, presents the results of research conducted at the Range Cattle Research and Education Center in Ona to test the efficiency of aeration in increasing forage production on soils typical in Florida. …”
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The Florida Bull Test 2011-2012 by G. Cliff Lamb, Nicolas DiLorenzo

“…By controlling the environmental factors and taking Expected Progeny Differences (EPD’s) into account, the data clearly emphasizes the dual importance of genetics and environment in all cattle types. This 5-page fact sheet presents the procedures, rules, and results of the 2011-2012 test. …”
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Forage Mineral Concentrations in Grazed, Warm-Season Bahiagrass Pastures in Florida by Bob Myers, Lee McDowell, Cheryl Mackowiak, Ann Blount

“…AN243, a 4-page fact sheet by Bob Myer, Lee McDowell, Cheryl Mackowiak, and Ann Blount, discusses the concentrations of forage minerals in bahiagrass pastures for beef cattle, to determine adequate mineral levels and use of mineral supplements. …”
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Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) by Eddie J. Richey

“…However, I will confine my remarks to BVDV in cattle. I will further shorten the discussion by referring to the virus and the disease(s) it causes as bovine viral diarrhea (BVD). …”
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Dogfennel (Eupatorium capillifolium): Biology and Control by Brent A. Sellers, Jason A. Ferrell

“…Many people think it is only unsightly, but it causes significant bahiagrass yield loss and can cause dehydration when ingested by cattle. This revised 3-page fact sheet was written by B. …”
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Recruiting and Retaining Members in Agricultural Organizations by Ricky W. Telg

“…The UF/IFAS PIE Center conducted membership surveys of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association and Florida CattleWomen to aid both groups in their membership efforts. …”
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Tropical Soda Apple: A Noxious Weed in Florida by J. Jeffrey Mullahey, Jason Ferrell, Brent Sellers

“…Jeffrey Mullahey, Jason Ferrell, and Brent Sellers, provides general information about this noxious weed, including description, biology, ecology, control, and precautions for shipping cattle. This version includes updated herbicide recommendations and a list of resources for further information. …”
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Procedimientos para Eutanasia Humanitaria de Ganado Enfermo, Herido y/o Debilitado Poster Sobre Eutanasia en Ganado Bovino by Jan K. Shearer, Paul Nicoletti, Pedro Melendez

“…It describes the correct way to humanely euthanize cattle using gunshot or penetrating captive bolt. …”
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Horn Fly Haematobia irritans irritans (Linnaeus) (Insecta: Diptera: Muscidae) by Dan Fitzpatrick, Phillip E. Kaufman

“…The horn fly is one of the most economically important pests of cattle worldwide. Just in the United States, hundreds of millions of dollars in losses are attributed to the horn fly annually, while additional millions are spent annually on insecticides to reduce horn fly numbers. …”
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Management of External Parasites with Forced-Use Dust Bags by Phillip E. Kaufman, Philip G. Koehler, Jerry F. Butler

“…Butler, describes this safe, economical, and effective technique for managing external parasites on cattle in Florida — background, directions for hanging commercial dust bags, safety, cost of treatment, and effectiveness. …”
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Alfalfa Production in Florida by Carrol G. Chambliss

“…It can be utilized by horses, dairy, and beef cattle. There is a great demand for alfalfa hay by the Florida horse and dairy industries. …”
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The Florida Bull Test 2012–2013 by Graham Cliff Lamb, Nicolas DiLorenzo

“…By controlling the environmental factors and taking Expected Progeny Differences (EPD’s) into account, the data clearly emphasizes the dual importance of genetics and environment in all cattle types. This 9-page fact sheet presents the procedures, rules, and results of the 2012-2013 test. …”
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Correlation of Body Condition Score and Parity in Dairy Cows that Experienced Repeated Breeding in Sendang, Tulungagung by Pristian Devon Martyas Wahyuningrum, Pudji Srianto, Budiarto, Tita Damayanti Lestari, Herry Agoes Hermadi, Erma Safitri

“…Repeat breeding is a syndrome which affected the reproduction and production efficacy of dairy cattle. Dairy cow is one of an animals which produce milk. …”
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Converting the Beef Cow Herd to a Controlled Breeding Season by Tim Wilson, Cindy Sanders, Mark Warren, Matt Hersom, Curt Lacy

“…This 4-page fact sheet describes a 3- to 4-year conversion program beef cattle producers can follow. Written by Tim Wilson, Cindy Sanders, Mark Warren, Matt Hersom, and Curt Lacy, and published by the UF Department of Animal Science, August 2011. …”
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Soil pH and Liming Issues Affecting Bahiagrass Pasture by Maria Silveira, Joao Vendramini, John E. Rechcigl, Martin B. Adjei

“…Adjei, discusses the relationships of soil acidity, nitrogen fertilizer, nutrient availability, and mole cricket-induced bahiagrass decline, and the results of a field study at Range Cattle REC in Ona, which evaluated the long term combined effect of liming and N fertilization on the performance of two bahiagrass pastures. …”
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Opciones de Manejo Basadas en el Clima para Productores de Ganado Vacuno en el Centro-Norte de Florida by Norman Breuer, Victor Cabrera, Peter E. Hildebrand, James W. Jones

“…Jones, is the Spanish language version of CIR1476/AE289 Climate-Based Management Options for North Central Florida Beef Cattle Producers. It presents the results of a study interviewing ranchers and extension agents in North Central Florida, with an aim of developing user-friendly decision support systems for the agricultural production clientele. …”
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