Vaccinate herd against BVD says Manitoba expert
Dr. Gopi Nayar of Manitoba Agriculture urges vaccination to build herd immunity against Bovine Virus Diarrhea in closed herds. He notes BVD causes severe diarrhea, fever, cough, eye discharge, and can lead to pneumonia abortions and poor weight gain, with highest risk in cattle eight months to two years old. Two vaccines exist, live and killed. two injections 30 days apart recommended, with killed preferred for safety including pregnant cows. Calves six months and older should be vaccinated twice. consult a local veterinarian for herd specific guidance.
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Grants awarded to Manitoba Indian groups total 159200
Northern Affairs Minister Harry Harapiak announced grants totaling 159200 to three Manitoba Indian organizations. Of the amount, 67400 goes to First Nations Confederacy which represents 30 bands in Southern Manitoba including Berens River Birdtail Sioux Bloodvein Brokenhead and other communities.
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Harry Harapiak
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