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March 2014 Articles

Just Rambling, March 2014
"Local Business Recognized During Northeast Louisiana District Livestock Show"
Louisiana Tech University Stock Horse Team
Red Imported Fire Ants, Management Options -- Continued from March Issue
Livestock Markets and Government Sequestration
Making Sense of the Nitrogen Cycle
Tropical hibiscuses add to spring, summer landscapes
Lawn Mower Safety
Did You Know?
Historical Facts:
Farmers Words of Wisdom
Shade gardening takes planning
Master Gardeners Help Make Louisiana Beautiful
New Waterway Bill Addresses Critical Needs
New Taxes Burdensome for Farm and Ranch Families
Did You Know?
Adequate Land Ranks as Top Concern of Young Farmers
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Feral hogs, deer disease topics of field day
New forestry industries plan moves to Louisiana
Rehydrate with skim milk
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Spiritual Corner: People of the Way
Cutting Corners: Three Layer Delight
Looking Into 2013
Fruit plants add diversity to landscapes
Plant Southern Magnolias Now
Strain Responds to Congress' Farm Bill Extension
Now - or anytime - is a good time to mulch
Historical Facts:
Insect Management--Red Imported Fire Ants--Management Options (Continued from De
Cotton growers slowly transition to round bales
Statement by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation, Regarding
Louisiana farmers set several yield records in 2012
• Controlling Rain Rot
Vitamins for Horses
Louisiana's Commercial Poultry Industry
"New" Bedding for Broilers
Louisiana Ghost Story
Canadian and U.S. Cow Slaughter Numbers Linked
Cutting Corners: Sausage Corn Chowder
Improving the Profitablity of Contract Boiler Operations
Duck Hunting in LA
Strain Named 2012 Veterinarian of the Year
LDAF Works to Deter Spread of Virus in Horses
Farmers advised on EPA fuel tank rules
Landowners advised to focus on forest productivity
Excess Capacity and its Impact on the Beef Industry
Cattle Inventory Report Summary
Controlling Grass Tetany
Livestock Market News - Situation and Outlook, Week Ending February 1, 2013
Bill extension leaves farmers uncertain about future
Historical Facts:
Trail rides, related businesses offer financial potential
Pigeon Fever Cases Identified in Northwest Arkansas
Dogwoods deserve a second look
Prune trees and shrubs correctly
Horse Trivia
Seasonal Price and Production Influences in the Broiler Chicken Industry
33 recognized as new Louisiana Master Farmers
Cutting Corners: Beef-Stuffed Peppers
Horse Trivia
New License Plate to Benefit Timber Industry
Strain Urges DEA to Review Enforcement of Controlled Substances
NASDA Members Press Congress to Enact Long-Term Farm Bill
Beef Demand Index Improvement
LDAF Warns Horse Owners of Potential Virus
Safe Tractor Operation
Red Imported Fire Ants, Management Options -- Continued from January Issue
IRS Humor
Tips for starting a home vegetable garden
Diagnostic Plan for Weak and Still-born Calves
Antibiotics Remain Important for Animal and Public Health
Farm Bureau Raises Record Food, Funds for Feeding America
Farm Bureau Urges Ag Labor Guestworker Program
Asian soybean rust found earlier this year
Replacement Heifer Management-FAQ's
Planning for azaleas is important spring decision
Proper early-season care gets roses off to a good start
Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day
Aging
Effects of Temperature and Acclimation to Handling on Reproductive Performance o
Improving the Profitablity of Contract Boiler Operations
Cutting Corners: Fried Rice
Psalm 117

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Controlling Rain Rot

Controlling Rain Rot
Source: Mark Russell, Assistant Professor - Equine U of A
As Arkansas approaches a more wet time of year (at least we hope), one of the major considerations for horses housed outside is the potential of developing rain rot, aka dermatophilosis. It is also known as rain scald or mud fever. It doesn’t have to just be a fall or winter condition but can also been seen (although with less frequency) during the spring. Dr. Anthony Yu, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVD of Ontario Veterinary College, states:
The Dermatophilus organism needs moisture to proliferate, release, and spread the infective forms of the bacteria, called zoospores. Horses might become infected from direct contact with contaminated fomites (inanimate objects or substances capable of carrying infectious organisms; for example, the bacterium can survive dormant in bits of fallen-off scab for months) or an asymptomatic carrier, or indirectly through transmission by insects.
In simpler terms, the disease can be spread through insects and can also be spread from horse to horse. There have also been some cases where rain rot was found in dirt the horse had rolled in.
Rain rot can mostly be seen along the back of a horse – from neck to croup. It can also be seen on the legs. It appears that the condition itself doesn’t cause pain. However, if contact is made with the affected skin or the scabs are picked off, there may be some discomfort and/or pain for the horse. There are various medications available to treat the condition. Most feed stores or co-ops will have the necessary treatment. Listerine® has also been said to have a positive effect on rain rot. It can be treated like a fungus, thus many disinfectants will do the job. Ensure the area is dry once treatment is applied as well. There are also times when it goes away on its own. If skin becomes infected and doesn’t appear to be healing properly, call your veterinarian to determine the best plan of action.
What does it look like?
Scab-type lesions
Loss of hair
Raised tufts of serum-matted hair
Red or irritated areas under hair
Tips to keep it from spreading
Don’t share tack, equipment or blankets between horses you suspect may have rain rot.
Keep infected horses isolated.
Minimize exposure to bacteria and bugs.
After treating the infected horse, wash hands thoroughly.
Have a covered area for your horses.
Keep coat clean – especially for horses turned out more than others.

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