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Immunizing Beef Calves: A Preconditioning Immunization Concept

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
January 25, 2022
Price
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Overview

Properly vaccinating an entire herd, including pregnant cows, calves, replacement heifers, and bulls can prevent disease outbreaks caused by both dormant and incubating infections. This preconditioning immunization helps unborn, nursing and weanling calves acquire immunity to infectious diseases.

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