probably the best methods for disposal. around hog buildings picked up. Pets should not be allowed Dedicated management and a positive attitude with a access to hogs or hog buildings, comprehensive and effective biosecurity plan are vital to the Proper disposal of dead pigs and placentas is very import success of preventing or eliminating a disease from a swine ant to prevent spread of PR to neighboring hog units. PR production unit. Too often when a disease like PR hits, pro- virus can survive for up to a week in these tissues. Make sure ducers neglect proper on-farm biosecurity, inviting other your pets are not allowed to roam and do not have access to devastating diseases. such material. Incineration and inground tanks with lids are Quality Assurance for the Food Animal Industry Billy I. Smith DVM, MS and Lisa. A. Sherman VMD All food animal producers must strive to manufacture safe high quality products. It is the consumer’s concerns and demands for such a safe high quality product that has led to the development of quality assurance programs. In the past ten years the food producing industry has switched from massive treatment of animals to the progression of pro grams to prevent disease. The quality assurance programs are designed to 1) edu cate the producer about marketing a higher standard of product while reducing cost, and 2) ensure the consumer that the marketed product is of a high quality and safe. The institution of quality assurance programs can be a challenge. Good management practices are an integral part of any successful livestock producing enterprise. These practices help lower the need for drug usage by preventing disease and therefore lowering the risk for drug residue vio lations. LLAMAS ★★★★ L See the difference that exceptional breeding and insightful training m a produces. M We offer the finest in breeding stock, pets, guardians, quality fiber. £ All our llamas are 4-H experienced. * Visit MORNING STAR RANCH A in nearby New Jersey where great prices, continuing service and a support go with each purchase. . (609) 295-Zbbh Working closely with your veterinarian will help ensure the design of a herd health protocol that meets the stand ards of all established quality assurance programs. Proto cols should cover: 1) proper handling of animal health products, 2) proper injection sites, 3) proper handling of biomedical equipment, and 4) proper record keeping. Product handling • READ LABELS and follow instructions on all drugs and vaccines • Some products will need to arrive and be stored refri gerated • Never combine different vaccine products in one syringe • Modified live (ML) vaccines 1. Mix immediately prior to administration 2. Mix only enough for 30 minutes worth of work 3. Never store left-over vaccine once mixed • Keep all vaccines (ML and Killed) out of sunlight and cool during the entire work day Henderfoot. Calf Flooring System ■ Less Labor ■ Healthier Environment ■ Self-Cleaning Design ■ Proven Durability 4im Tandem Products, Inc. If 3444 Dtflht Ava S, Mpfc, MN 55406 (Turn to Page 48)
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