herd health & well-being

preliminary papers

Perceptions of Disease by Organic Dairy Producers

P.L. Ruegg et al., Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Presents new information about perception of disease by farmers on conventional herds that utilize confinement and intensive grazing practices and contrasts outcomes with similar herds that are certified organic dairy producers.

Treatment of Disease by Organic Dairy Farmers

P.L. Ruegg et al., Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Presents new information about treatments used for ill animals on small dairy herds and contrasts treatments usage among conventional herds that utilize confinement and intensive grazing practices with similar herds that are certified organic producers.

Use of Veterinarian on Organic Dairy Farms

P.L. Ruegg et al., Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Presents new information about usage of veterinarians on small dairy herds and contrast veterinary usage among conventional herds that utilize confinement and intensive grazing practices with similar herds that are certified organic producers.