Rabies Up In Wisconsin Animals Officials Cite 331 Cases
Wisconsin health officials report a rise in animal rabies with 331 confirmed cases from July 1980 to June 1981, up from 214 the prior year. Skunks caused 238 cases, a surge from 141. Experts link warmer winters, larger skunk populations, and abundant food to the increase. If exposure occurs, wash wounds and seek medical care. local authorities urge vigilance. The CDC notes nationwide increases in rabies last year.
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Donald Nelson
Nelson
Gradual Herd Expansion Advice for Dairy Farmers
Irv Possin Eau Claire County agricultural agent warns against rapid herd growth to avoid health and financial risks. Recommend raising replacements at about 15 percent per year, buying disease-free heifers if needed, isolating new cattle for 30 days, and ensuring proper restraining facilities for artificial insemination.
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Irv Possin
Eau Claire County
Wisconsin imposes brucellosis vaccination rule for entering cattle
Wisconsin Agriculture Department approves a 120 day emergency rule requiring all female cattle and American bison entering Wisconsin to be vaccinated for brucellosis starting September 1. State veterinarian Dr Willis Lyle says the measure prevents unvaccinated cattle from being mixed with others during transport, reducing disease risk. Exceptions apply to heifers under six months, steers and feeder cattle headed to an approved feedlot, and cattle for exhibition or slaughter.
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Wisconsin
State Agriculture Department
Willis Lyle
Ag Department
State grain security sessions announced in Eau Claire
Eau Claire will host one of four sessions by Wisconsin's Department of Agriculture to explain the Warehouse Keepers and Grain Security Act. Trade division chief Don Soberg said officials will cover all provisions and show required records. Sessions aid operators managers and bookkeepers with Sept 10 meeting at 1 p.m. in Room 148 State Office Building. Other dates: Sept 1 Fond du Lac Sept 3 Richland Center Sept 8 Jefferson.
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State Agriculture Department
Wisconsin
Don Soberg
Soberg
State Office
Sacred Heart Hospital
Clairemont Avenue
Fond du Lac
Richland Center
Jefferson
From Rodent Hunts to Canned Cat Food A Wisconsin Yarns Tale
A reminiscence recalls how pets and pests were fed and controlled sixty years ago. The piece contrasts old attic mouse hunts and poison lures with today’s pet foods, noting family stories of mice trapped for county fair nickels and a father’s teaching by Mahlon and Janet. It ends with details about UW Extension Yarns of Yesteryear contest.
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Janet
Uw-Extension Arts Development
Wisconsin
Gen Lewis
Langdon St
Madison
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