DAIRY CALVES

Nov 11 2025SCIENCE

Calves in Himachal Pradesh Face Hidden Lung Threat

In the lush hills of Himachal Pradesh, a sneaky virus is causing trouble for young cows. This isn't just any virus—it's the bovine respiratory syncytial virus, or BRSV for short. It's a big deal because it messes with the lungs, making it hard for calves to breathe. What's worse, this virus doesn't get as much attention as it should, especially in India. Researchers...

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Aug 30 2025SCIENCE

Weather and Calf Health: What's the Connection?

Young calves on dairy farms in California face a big health challenge: Bovine Respiratory Disease, or BRD. It's a serious issue that affects both the calves' well-being and the farm's finances. But what if the weather plays a bigger role in this than we thought? Recent research took a closer look at how short-term weather changes might influence BRD in pre-weaned cal...

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