Antimicrobial stewardship a vital element of livestock operations

By Donald Stotts  STILLWATER, Okla. – Every livestock producer’s to-do list for February should include an in-depth review of his or her operation’s antimicrobial stewardship program, according to Oklahoma State University Extension recommendations.  Since the introduction of antimicrobials in the 1940s, illness and deaths in both people and animals from infectious diseases have been greatly reduced. However, given that these drugs have been used so widely for so long has resulted in bacterial…

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Trends in nutrition for 2021 and beyond

Pandemic, increased knowledge lead to changes in perceptions of food, nutrition The pandemic and other factors in 2020 have not only changed the way consumers relate to food but also how they evaluate their food choices and perceive nutrition in general.   Preparing meals at home allows for greater flexibility and personalization in food choices. With unprecedented access to research-based information as well as new technological tools, consumers are better understanding the connection…

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