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The immunity-AMR Project: A new Op+lait initiative

A new multidisciplinary research team composed of Christopher Fernandez-Prada, David Langlais, Jocelyn Dubuc, Éric Paquet, and Simon Dufour, based in the province of Québec, and involving multiple centers (UdeM, McGill, and U. Laval), has decided to explore how genetic mutations may contribute to cases of antibiotic treatment failure, AMR, and persistent or recurring infections in dairy cows. If these mutations can be identified, the research team could develop new tests to predict how easily a cow will get sick. In addition, the research team will also shed new light on how a weak immune system can lead to an increased frequency of AMR infections in dairy cows.

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Conference

EuroTier 2016 focuses on udder health during the dry period

Every year EuroTier, the world’s largest trade fair for animal production, offers a special feature for each sector. This year the special feature for dairy producers offered over 580 square meters of practical solutions and recommendations, including strategies for management during the dry period. Visitors viewed short videos, examined chartsRead more

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Abstracts

Niger-based researcher looks into the molecular epidemiology of S. aureus

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Management

OSaM, Southern Belgium observatory for udder health

In 2001, the “Observatoire de la Santé Mammoire” (OSaM) was formed in Southern Belgium. The group was designed in response to the elevation of somatic cell counts (SCC) in herds registered to Dairy Herd Improvement programs. OSaM is a collaboration between the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University ofRead more

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