Devon J. Wilson
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View article: Understanding challenges and strengths in the post–dairy farm surplus calf value chain: An interview study
Understanding challenges and strengths in the post–dairy farm surplus calf value chain: An interview study Open
Surplus calves are animals produced by the dairy industry but not retained on the farm as herd replacements, namely, male calves and excess females. These animals primarily enter dairy-beef or veal production systems. In recent years, surp…
View article: Understanding the barriers and drivers found after the implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship program in large dairy farms in Ohio and California
Understanding the barriers and drivers found after the implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship program in large dairy farms in Ohio and California Open
Ensuring judicious antimicrobial use (AMU) is crucial in the fight against antimicrobial resistance. Farmworkers are responsible for initiating antimicrobial therapy; therefore, they have the responsibility to apply sound antimicrobial st…
View article: A focus group study exploring necessary competencies and contextual factors for effective antimicrobial stewardship on dairy farms
A focus group study exploring necessary competencies and contextual factors for effective antimicrobial stewardship on dairy farms Open
There is a need for improved antimicrobial stewardship on dairy farms, and changes will be largely enacted by the farm workers who are responsible for carrying out farm procedures. For this reason, efforts directed at educating and enablin…
View article: Benchmarking hydration, navel health, and transfer of passive immunity in surplus dairy calves
Benchmarking hydration, navel health, and transfer of passive immunity in surplus dairy calves Open
Surplus dairy calves, or calves that are not used to replace the milking herd, are often sold within the first week of life and can sometimes receive suboptimal early-life care. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of delivering …
View article: Evaluating case definitions of respiratory disease in dairy calves: A scoping review
Evaluating case definitions of respiratory disease in dairy calves: A scoping review Open
Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is one of the most common diseases observed in dairy calves in both the pre- and postweaning periods. Despite its common occurrence, no formal synthesis (e.g., scoping review) of the scientific literature h…
View article: Condition of surplus dairy calves during marketing: A cross-sectional study
Condition of surplus dairy calves during marketing: A cross-sectional study Open
In North America, surplus dairy calves are sold soon after birth and often marketed through a third party (e.g., live auction, livestock dealer) before entering veal or dairy beef production. Previous work has demonstrated that a percentag…
View article: How can better calf care be realized on dairy farms? A qualitative interview study of veterinarians and farmers
How can better calf care be realized on dairy farms? A qualitative interview study of veterinarians and farmers Open
Improving health and welfare outcomes for replacement and surplus dairy calves is important for the sustainability of the dairy industry. Dairy farmers and veterinarians hold expertise in calf management and have valuable perspectives on h…
View article: How benchmarking motivates colostrum management practices on dairy farms: A realistic evaluation
How benchmarking motivates colostrum management practices on dairy farms: A realistic evaluation Open
This study used realistic evaluation to determine how, and in which circumstances, providing dairy farmers with benchmarked data on their calves can motivate improved colostrum management practices. Dairy farmers from British Columbia, Can…
View article: Serum total protein concentrations in surplus dairy calves in British Columbia.
Serum total protein concentrations in surplus dairy calves in British Columbia. Open
Ensuring surplus dairy calves have successful TPI is an important opportunity to bolster their health and welfare.
View article: Dairy producer perceptions toward male dairy calves in the Midwestern United States
Dairy producer perceptions toward male dairy calves in the Midwestern United States Open
Male dairy calves are often sold from the farm of birth within the first few days of life. Research describing the care of male calves is limited, with an emphasis on parsing differences between the care of male and female calves. The aims…
View article: A survey of male and female dairy calf care practices and opportunities for change
A survey of male and female dairy calf care practices and opportunities for change Open
The primary objective of this study was to compare male and female dairy calf management practices and evaluate risk factors associated with differences in care. Secondary objectives were to understand surplus calf transportation and marke…
View article: Perspectives on the Management of Surplus Dairy Calves in the United States and Canada
Perspectives on the Management of Surplus Dairy Calves in the United States and Canada Open
The care of surplus dairy calves is a significant issue for the United States and Canadian dairy industries. Surplus dairy calves commonly experience poor welfare as evidenced by high levels of mortality and morbidity, and negative affecti…
View article: Evaluation of case definitions for neonatal calf diarrhea: A scoping review protocol
Evaluation of case definitions for neonatal calf diarrhea: A scoping review protocol Open
Background: A high proportion of calves suffer from diarrhea which results in productivity losses in dairy, beef, and veal systems. Extensive research has been conducted on neonatal calf diarrhea; however, various case definitions are used…
View article: A focus group study of Ontario dairy producer perspectives on neonatal care of male and female calves
A focus group study of Ontario dairy producer perspectives on neonatal care of male and female calves Open
Providing optimal calf care remains a challenge on many dairy farms and has important implications for the future health, welfare, and productivity of male and female calves. Recent research suggests that male dairy calves receive a lower …
View article: Risk factors for poor health outcomes for male dairy calves undergoing transportation in western Canada.
Risk factors for poor health outcomes for male dairy calves undergoing transportation in western Canada. Open
The condition of 640 male dairy calves was recorded and their health deterioration, morbidity, and mortality evaluated after long-distance transport. Assessments included a health examination, weight estimation, and measure of failed trans…
View article: Hot topic: Health and welfare challenges in the marketing of male dairy calves—Findings and consensus of an expert consultation
Hot topic: Health and welfare challenges in the marketing of male dairy calves—Findings and consensus of an expert consultation Open
A diverse group of Canadian experts was convened for a focused 2-d discussion on potential health and welfare problems associated with the marketing (i.e., transportation and sale) of male dairy calves. Written notes and audio recording we…
View article: Short communication: Condition of male dairy calves at auction markets
Short communication: Condition of male dairy calves at auction markets Open
Male dairy calves in North America are frequently marketed through live auctions. Calves have been observed in suboptimal condition both at auctions and upon arrival at calf-rearing facilities that supply the veal or dairy-beef industries.…
View article: Predicting health outcomes and sale price of male dairy calves undergoing long distance transportation
Predicting health outcomes and sale price of male dairy calves undergoing long distance transportation Open
Male dairy calves are often marketed at a young age when they are vulnerable to health and welfare problems. This study described the condition of male dairy calves before transportation and evaluated factors associated with selling price …