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Addressing the Veterinarian Shortage

Published June 28, 2026

Changing workforce expectations continue to contribute to the veterinarian shortage. According to North Dakota State Veterinarian Dr. Ethan Andress, today's veterinarians face different family and financial pressures than previous generations. He is encouraged by expanded loan assistance and scholarship programs.…
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Livestock Water Concerns in North Dakota

Published May 8, 2026

Low spring runoff and below-average precipitation could lead to access issues for adequate, good-quality water for livestock this spring. NDSU Extension Veterinarian Jake Galbreath says they’ve received multiple reports of water sources that are either low, dried up or toxic…
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Cattle Country Conversations

Published January 8, 2026

Cattle Country Conversations has made its debut on the Red River Farm Network. This weekly update shares insight from cattle industry experts. In our first report, NDSU Extension Veterinarian Jake Galbreath talks about the up-and-down temperatures and the impact on…
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Dr. Miller Named SD State Veterinarian

Published December 31, 2025

South Dakota has a new state veterinarian and executive secretary for the South Dakota Animal Industry Board. Dr. Mendel Miller has been the assistant state veterinarian since 2009. Before that, Miller had a veterinary practice in Canton, South Dakota. Former…
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Congress Reintroduces Veterinary Bill

Published April 16, 2019

Congress has reintroduced the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act. The bill addresses shortages of food animal and public health veterinarians in rural and agricultural communities. USDA is experiencing historical shortages, designating over 190 regions in 44 states as…
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Watch for Pinkeye and Foot Rot in Cattle

Published August 2, 2018

A combination of heat, water and pest pressure can increase the risk of pinkeye and foot rot in cattle. NDSU Extension veterinarian Dr. Gerald Stokka says there are certainly differences in susceptibility to organisms that can cause infection. Regardless, treatment…
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