Infection and Herd Health

Question 1

Traditional Approach

Answer 1

based on treatment of sick animals
vet is called to treat sick animals
approach is medical management and less prevention
clinical exam of only sick animals

Question 2

Herd Health Management Approach

Answer 2

optimize health, welfare and production in a population
systematic analysis of relevant data through regular observation of animals and environment
make informed timely decisions to improve herd managment

Question 3

Operational area: animal nutrition

Answer 3

feed supply and rations

body condition

Question 4

operational area: health care

Answer 4

disease programs

ex. vaccinations

Question 5

operational area: reproduction

Answer 5

heat detection, pregnancy diagnosis

Question 6

operational area: herd replacement

Answer 6

culling decisions

where to get replacement: raise or buy

Question 7

operational area: fixed assests and labor

Answer 7

acquisition of machinery/appliances, maintenance, hiring of employees

Question 8

operational area: cash managment

Answer 8

where does farmer get his money: borrow?

roughly how much does farmer make from selling farm animals or produce