All calves are born from cows that have been tested clean of infectious diseases. All colostrum fed to calves comes from cows that have been tested clean of infectious diseases. Calves are permanently identified prior to any grouping. Know when and how to use the vaccines listed in the vaccination plan for my herd. Discuss the vaccination history of all cattle purchased before the cattle enter my operation.
Whole herd is tested using a fecal culture.
Animals testing positive are culled. Replacement heifers are tested prior to introduction to the herd. Calves from cows testing positive are removed to a feedlot. Purchased cattle are tested during quarantine. Isolate sick cattle in hospital area and prevent cross contamination.