Maryland sheep breeders discuss anthrax and industry issues
The Maryland Sheep Breeders Association gathering at Carroll County Agriculture Center Westminister featured talks by Dr Frank Craddock of Texas A&M on anthrax in soil and deer mortality, plus sessions on fleece grading, nutrition and pasture safety. Attendees from Delaware Texas and Maryland praised Maryland flocks while noting the ongoing challenges of disease, feed costs, and market competition.
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Frank Craddock
Texas A&m University
Carroll County
Delaware
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World Trade Organization
Ceremo
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American Sheep Breeders Industry Association
David Greene
Greene
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Tejas
Brush
Panhandle
United States
China
Diane Klingelhofer
Association
Mara Mullinix
Union Bridge
Richard Barczewski
Department of Agriculture
Delaware State University
Barbara Me A
Mullens
Bob and
Charlotte Dingmore
Maryland Sheep Breeders’ Association
Westminster
Grangers discuss changes at 127th Maryland Session
Maryland State Grange held its 127th annual session October 18–20 at the American Legion in Thurmont. John Thompson outlined constitutional changes including six year office terms and new election rules for past masters, plus shifts to family oriented programs and health and safety themes to broaden initiatives. National Grange Youth director Jeff Wetzel urged wider membership as awards and scholarships were presented to Danielle Inskeep and Jessica Candill.
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Vets discuss West Nile virus at Maryland meeting
Veterinarians in Western Maryland reviewed the spread of West Nile virus in birds and horses, noting crows showing drunken symptoms and horses suffering neurological effects. They warned of vectors, emphasized horses as priority, and highlighted vaccines and mosquito control as key defenses.
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Western Maryland Veternary Medical Association
Dun Dee
United States
Mississippi River
Timothy Greu
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Maryland Department of Agriculture Animal Health Lab
Maryland
Frederick County
Walkersville
O'Neil
Fredenck
Steven Vaughn
D.V.M
Association
West Nile
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Trayn Oi
Maryland Department of Agriculture
Neil
Paul Offutt
Frederick County Health Department
Environmental Health Services
Raymond Ediger
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