The Livestock Project at the Center for Food Security and Public Health is offering FIVE new (free) RACE-approved continuing education courses (up to 7 credits) in organic and alternative animal health. The course includes: Overview of organic and alternative animal health (first offered in 2022) Prevention and organic and alternative animal health Rules and … Read more
You will need clean, dry, warm areas for your new babies, especially in cold and wet weather. Winter can make it especially difficult to monitor young animals’ health status, and bringing them inside may be necessary. While cattle are hardier than sheep and goats, calves are still susceptible to the cold. Having areas sheltered from the … Read more
With emerging diseases, a changing climate, and concerns about feeding a growing population, organic and alternative producers face many challenges. Fortunately, farmers worldwide are getting a helping hand from an unexpected friend. Dung beetles are an often-overlooked part of agriculture, but their benefits are beginning to become unearthed. With over 6,000 species of dung beetles … Read more
Animals can be exposed to diseases due to various factors and agents. Diseases can be spread from animal to animal, to and from humans, and from the environment. Diseases that can spread between animals and humans are called zoonotic diseases. Regardless of the source of the disease, there are many ways the disease can … Read more
It’s not possible to produce wholesome farm-raised meat, eggs, or milk without also having manure. When animals are housed indoors, using the correct bedding or litter can improve animal comfort, help protect your herd from disease, and make cleaning up easier. There are many options when it comes to bedding. Price, location, and equipment will … Read more