While it might seem a little strange, it is actually best to have a small susceptible worm population with livestock. If you go ham with wormer to try to kill all the parasites, you will likely only succeed in building a resistant population. That can be disastrous as there are no treatment options. Continue reading →

When looking for waterproofs, you need to know which materials are and aren’t going to work. One question people tend to ask is whether nylon is a waterproof material. This is a standard option for outdoor equipment and clothes due to its durability and performance. Despite its status as a versatile fabric, there is a lot of misunderstanding regarding its waterproofing. We intend to clear up the confusion by discussing matters here. So, let’s look at nylon more deeply. Continue reading →

Mycotoxins in animal feed pose a major threat to productivity and health. Despite being invisible, these compounds can cause trouble within many organ systems. They diminish kidney and liver function, average daily gain, feed intake, immune response, and fertility. Continue reading →