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The Hidden Cost of Water Quality in Poultry Production
In modern poultry production, producers invest heavily in genetics, nutrition, vaccines, and housing systems to improve flock performance and profitability. However, one of the most important nutrients in the poultry house is often overlooked — water.
Warnich Biersteker
May 25


Biosecurity Fatigue: The Silent Risk Facing Modern Poultry Farms
Biosecurity has become one of the most discussed topics in poultry production over the past few years — and for good reason. Disease outbreaks continue to place enormous pressure on producers, affecting profitability, production stability, and long-term sustainability.
Warnich Biersteker
May 25


Calf rearing - the advantages of using a teat
Calves benefit more from drinking from a teat than from a trough or bucket.
Lionel's News
Apr 9, 2025


WinSalt Lick Blocks are back!
The long-awaited relocation of the WinSalt factory has occurred and production has started.
Lionel's Vet
Mar 18, 2025


Healthy hooves without the use of antibiotics
Being the largest organ in the body, the skin acts as a barrier against pathogens, chemicals and UV radiation.
Lionel's Vet
Sep 17, 2024


A Comprehensive Biosecurity Program to prevent Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)
FMD is a highly contagious and devastating viral disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals.
Lionel's News
Jul 15, 2024


How do we measure a cow's hoof for trimming?
To avoid over-trimming hooves, it is essential to correctly measure the length of the claw.
Lionel's Vet
May 8, 2024


What does Protein mean for dogs?
Let us dig into the delicious world of protein for dogs.
Lionel's Vet
Mar 11, 2024


Animal identification
According to the Animal Identification Act (Act No 6 of 2002), "marking" is the placement of an identifying mark on an animal.
Lionel's Vet
Jun 29, 2023


Newborn and pre-weaned calf hygiene
Calves' immune systems are undeveloped at birth, therefore, a clean environment is crucial for effective calf rearing. The first few weeks
Lionel's Vet
Jun 13, 2023


Healthy hooves! Preventing hoof problems
Healthy hooves are the foundation for healthy animals. Cattle with good hoof health perform better and are less labour-intensive.
Lionel's Vet
Jun 4, 2023


Healthy udders for preventing mastitis
Healthy cows are key to a healthy dairy business. A healthy, happy cow that feels comfortable produces more milk and is of higher quality.
Lionel's Vet
May 29, 2023


Calf milk replacer vs Raw milk
Calf milk replacer can be fed after feeding colostrum milk (first milking). There are two types of milk that can be fed to calves...
Lionel's Vet
May 5, 2023


Easily clean and disinfect calf housing
Clean, hygienic housing is of utmost importance to give calves the best possible start in life...
Lionel's News
Apr 25, 2023


Three important roles of colostrum for newborn lambs
Adequate colostrum intake is crucial for preventing lamb mortality and ensures that the lamb gets a good start in life.
Lionel's Vet
Mar 3, 2023
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