Dr. Lourens Havenga of MULTIMIN® USA discusses how trace minerals impact the cattle immune system and vaccine response. Discover how the trace mineral status of animals becomes manageable and what trace minerals do in the inactive immune system and acquired immune system.

Dr. Lourens Havenga of MULTIMIN® USA discusses how trace minerals impact the cattle immune system and vaccine response. Discover how the trace mineral status of animals becomes manageable and what trace minerals do in the inactive immune system and acquired immune system.

Topic: Economics of Mineral Supplementation in Beef Cattle

Speakers: Prof. KC Olson, Kansas State University

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Speakers: Dr. Marissa Hake, Ohio & Jay Hill, Texas

What are the differences in trace mineral intake between the calf and a mature animal? Learn why you should supplement calves with trace minerals and why is it vital to supplement calves with a fast acting injectable source of trace minerals at specific times.

Optimizing vaccine protection for the herd starts with the animal. The vaccine only indicates to the animal which disease they need to build protection against. Trace minerals play a vital role in ensuring the vaccine is not only processed, but also performs adequately and protects the animal against disease.

Dr. Lourens Havenga, CEO of Multimin USA discusses the recent CattleFax Market cow-calf survey findings and how they line up to the current COVID-19 landscape.

Topic: Pre-Conditioning Cattle

Speakers: Jackie Moore, Joplin Stockyards, MO & Jim Akers, Bluegrass Stockyard Network, KY

Topic: Forage & Pasture Management

Speakers: Kevin Yon, Yon Family Farms, SC & Dave Hamilton Reed, Hamilton Ranch, NE

Topic: Modified Live vs Killed Vaccines

Speakers: Dr. Dustin Davis & Dr. Jerry Rusch