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Episode Synopsis
In this solo episode, Brad dives deep into Johne’s disease (paratuberculosis), a chronic intestinal illness affecting ruminants, with a particular focus on dairy cattle. Prompted by recent whole-herd milk ELISA testing at the University of Minnesota’s Morris dairy, Brad shares results, trends, and lessons learned from managing Johne’s over the years.Key topics include:Clinical signs and long-term impact of Johne’s on milk production and cow longevityInterpretation of milk ELISA results and testing protocolsManagement decisions around culling, beef breeding, and calf-rearing practicesSurprising trends in calf infection sources—including group housing and dam-rearingInsights from genetic studies showing heritability of Johne’s susceptibilityPractical prevention strategies and the importance of annual testingWhether you're dealing with Johne’s in your own herd or want to improve your disease prevention approach, this episode is packed with data, reflections, and takeaways to help guide on-farm decisions.Johnes Disease - APHISMN DHIA Johnes TestingDHIA Laboratories - Johnes TestingCentral Star Johnes TestingQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> [email protected] or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory
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