Herd health planning is essential to help farmers reduce risks to animals
The first step is to investigate the herd health status of the animals on your farm. Pictire: iStock
Poor animal health leads to reduced animal performance, increased veterinary costs and reduces profits.
A herd health plan prepared by the farmer in conjunction with their vet is a vital component in ensuring good animal health status of your animals. The plan outlines the approach in place on the farm to prevent various diseases and animal health issues.
