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Farmers aware of VFD requirements but may still need guidance
An Ohio veterinarian says livestock producers are adapting well to the new veterinary feed directive – but there are some adjustments that need to be made.
Dr. Michelle Michalak is a large animal vet in West Central Ohio.
“We’re out in the field and having to educate people a little bit on the fact that we do need to have a valid client, patient relationship with them. That means we normally have to make a farm visit, and have knowledge about the farm before we can write that VFD” says Michalak.
Michalak says that client/patient relationship is critical to ensure farmers are is using the best products to raise healthy livestock.
“Sometimes we find that products are being used when a better alternative might be out there. I think most producers from all types of livestock have been very open minded about it and have seen it as a learning experience” says Michalak.
She says VFD records need to be kept on file for two years.
Audio: Dr. Michelle Michalak, Maria Stein Vet Clinic
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