Summary
Amy Acton announces her candidacy for governor of Ohio, emphasizing her commitment to addressing corruption and rising costs in the state. She pledges to lower costs, cut taxes, and prevent data centers from increasing energy bills, asserting that it is time for a change in leadership.
In a separate discussion, Andrew Cochran from NS Vets provides an update on animal health practices as the weather shifts in spring. He notes an increase in the number of cows checked for endometritis, with a lower percentage requiring treatment compared to previous years. Cochran highlights the importance of synchrony programs for dairy and beef cattle, which help improve breeding outcomes.
The conversation also touches on the management of sheep health, particularly regarding pre-weaning drenches. Cochran advises farmers to assess the necessity of drenches based on individual farm conditions and encourages fecal egg counting to monitor effectiveness. He emphasizes the need for tailored approaches to animal health management.
Show Notes
Andrew Cochrane of NS Vets looks at a busy time for vets, from metri checking cows right through to drench resistance in lambs there is a lot happening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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