Preventing Reproductive Losses: Secrets to a Healthy and Profitable Cattle Herd - Dr. Jeff Sarchet

Nov 13, 2023

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Join host Shaye Koester as she delves into the world of reproductive vaccines for cattle with Dr. Jeff Sarchet. Discover the economic impact of not implementing these vaccines, the diseases they aim to prevent, and the crucial timing and considerations involved. Shaye and Jeff also dive into vaccine efficacy!

In this episode, you will be able to:

Maximize reproductive performance: Learn the optimal vaccine protocols for cattle to improve reproductive health and increase breeding success.
Protect your bottom line: Understand the economic impact of reproductive losses and how vaccination can prevent financial setbacks in your cattle herd.
Targeted disease prevention: Discover the diseases that reproductive vaccines can protect against, ensuring the health and well-being of your cattle.
Manage risk with vaccination: Learn the importance of implementing a proactive vaccination program to effectively manage disease risk and minimize potential losses.
Timing is key: Gain insights into the ideal timing and considerations for administering reproductive vaccines to maximize their effectiveness and safeguard your herd's reproductive health.

My special guest is Dr. Jeff Sarchet

Dr. Jeff Sarchet, a beef technical service veterinarian with Zoetis, is our esteemed guest on this episode. Dr. Sarchet brings a wealth of expertise in reproductive vaccine protocols for cattle. His role involves supporting sales and providing technical guidance in various states, including Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Prior to joining Zoetis, Dr. Sarchet had a successful career as a mixed animal practitioner, specializing in feed yard consultation. His deep understanding of the economic impact of reproductive vaccines and their role in preventing reproductive losses makes him a valuable resource for cattle producers. Join us as we delve into the world of reproductive vaccine protocols with Dr. Jeff Sarchet on Casual Cattle Conversations!

More about Zoetis: https://www.zoetisus.com/products/cattle/valcor-makes-it-easy-to-be-tough-on-tough-worms

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 - Introduction to the Podcast

00:00:35 - Speaker Availability

00:01:13 - Introduction to Dr. Jeff Sarchet

00:03:08 - Economic Impact of Reproductive Vaccines

00:05:45 - Diseases Prevented by Reproductive Vaccines

00:21:06 - Understanding the Clostridium Disease and Flukes

00:21:33 - Importance of Vaccines for Disease Prevention

00:23:03 - Differentiating Vaccines for Reproductive Issues

00:23:51 - Fetal Protection and Vaccine Duration

00:25:40 - Timing Vaccines for Reproductive Protection

00:41:40 - Evaluating Vaccines

00:45:51 - Communicating with Veterinarians

00:49:02 - Testing and Diagnosis

00:52:58 - Vaccine Efficacy and Handling

Links:

Full Show Notes: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/casual-cattle-conversations-podcast-shownotes

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