Maximizing Vaccination Programs for Organic Dairies
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Both conventional and organic dairies rely on vaccination programs to help prevent infectious diseases in their cattle. However, it could be argued that maximizing every bit of benefit from a vaccination program is even more crucial in organic dairy operations since treatment alternatives are more limited. Vaccination of organic dairy cattle is allowed for certification. But within that allowance, overzealous vaccination programs are discouraged. Thus, it is important that organic dairy producers consider how they can help stimulate an effective immune response and ensure that that immunity is present during the time of greatest risk to their cattle.
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