Distinguishing feedlot heart disease (FHD) from a respiratory illness is important, as FHD does not respond to antibiotic treatment, while in most cases, respiratory illness will.
Highlighting some policy successes for NCBA in 2021, the group continues to talk with the Biden administration on packing capacity and expects USDA will soon be making some funding announcements for new regional packing plants. USDA announced in July it had $500 million ready to help expand and diversify processing for beef, pork and poultry.
The Pineda family says marketing cattle with other area producers with the same certifications through Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales has typically resulted in premiums for them over the years.
Early detection of bovine respiratory disease and, when possible, identification of which bacterial strain is causing the illness, is key to a timely and positive outcome in treatment.