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Tackling the rise in navel infections

Navel infections are a common issue in calves and globally 25-30% will have a navel infection early in life

Katie Jones
Editor, Farmers Guardian and Dairy Farmer
clock • 3 min read
Tackling the rise in navel infections

One vet practice in the north of England and the Scottish borders has seen a rise in cases this year due to heavy rainfall, especially in those born and raised indoors. "Due to heavy rainfall, stock...

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