Tips & Best Practices - Livestock Services

Tips and Best Practices

For Safer, Healthier, and More Productive Farming

Vaccinate on time:
Always follow recommended vaccination timelines to prevent disease outbreaks. A veterinarian is key to establishing a basic vaccination schedule for your location.
Isolate Sick Animals:
Quarantine new or sick livestock to reduce the risk of spreading infections.
Keep Records:
Maintain records for vaccinations, treatments, and breeding to track animal performance.
De-worm Strategically:
Rotate deworming medications to avoid resistance buildup and assess the level of worm infection of your animals via laboratory tests.
Hydration is Key:
Ensure clean, fresh water is available at all times.

Read Labels Carefully:
Follow dosage and safety guidelines on pesticides, fertilizers, and herbicides.
Wear Protection:
Always use gloves, masks, and boots when handling chemicals or animal medications.
Apply During Cool Hours:
Early mornings or late evenings reduce chemical evaporation and plant burn.

Use Clean Containers:
Collect samples in sterile or thoroughly cleaned bottles or bags. Always seek guidance when in doubt of what to do.
Label Samples Clearly:
Indicate the animal's ID, date, and type of sample for accurate processing and testing..
Deliver Promptly:
Get the sample to the lab as soon as possible to preserve accuracy.

Inspect Fencing Regularly:
Look for broken wires or fencing posts that could cause injury or escape of animals.
Clean Equipment Daily:
Prevent disease transmission by disinfecting feeding and handling equipment.
Safe Storage:
Keep chemicals, tools, and medicines locked away from children and animals. The storage room should be secure.

Track Your Costs:
Record expenses and income to assess profitability.
Know Your Market:
Stay updated on prices for livestock, feed, and other inputs to make smart buying/selling decisions.
Plan Ahead:
Buy relevant medicines and other critical inputs in advance to avoid stockouts during peak seasons. This should be done in consultation with a veterinarian.

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