Care and Husbandry Practices

  • Follow the 'Quality Assurance Herd Health Plan' that conforms to good veterinary and husbandry practices.
  • All cattle will be handled/transported in such a fashion to minimize stress, injury and/or bruising.
  • Facilities (fences, corrals, load-outs, etc.) should be inspected regularly to ensure proper care and ease of handling.
  • Strive to keep feed and water handling equipment clean.
  • Provide appropriate nutritional and feedstuffs management.
  • Strive to maintain an environment appropriate to the production setting.
  • Bio-security should be evaluated.
  • Records should be kept for a minimum of 2 years (3 for Restricted Use Pesticides)

Guidelines for the Care and Handling of Cattle  

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