Animals need fresh feed and water to stay healthy. Clean feed and water are also needed to produce good quality meat, milk, eggs, and fiber. Feed Buy feed from trustworthy sources. Keep records of the date feed was purchased or delivered. Save the feed label or tag in case of a recall. Examine feed for … Read more
Some animals stay put, and others are on the move – to shows, grazing off-farm, for breeding or medical care. Animal movement can expose your moving animals and your home herd to disease. Actions you take can help protect your livestock and your livelihood! Animal identification (ID) and record-keeping Animal movements, animal identification, and record-keeping … Read more
Having visitors to your farm promotes both your business and agriculture. Human and animal contact can also spread germs and illness. You can help protect people, your animals, and your livelihood! Health Risks to Animals Farm visitors can come from many places and may bring germs to your farm. Some visitors will be coming from … Read more