Dealing with hairy heel wart in beef cattle

Veterinarian and researcher Dr. Doerte Doepfer has seen a lot of foot problems in cattle, but said the two standouts are foot rot and hairy heel wart. Hairy heel wart (also known as strawberry foot, raspberry heel, interdigital papillomatosis or digital dermatitis) has been an ongoing problem for dairy farmers. More recently, the issue

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Balancing water & minerals for beef cattle

by Sally Colby

April 1, 2026

Water is often referred to as the most important nutrient. Providing beef cattle with clear and odorless water is a good first step in meeting nutriti...

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Farming through forever chemicals: Maine’s approach to PFAS contamination

by Sonja Heyck-Merlin

April 1, 2026

Maine has emerged as a national leader in researching and responding to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in agricultural land....

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Prepare for weeds, pests & disease

by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

April 1, 2026

Getting ready for the planting season can feel like going to war against weeds, pests and crop diseases. To help farmers gear up for battle, Matt Pinc...

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Anam Cara Farm & Stardust Organics

by Laura Rodley

April 1, 2026

Pamela Rickenbach is owner, founder and director of Anam Cara Farm in Canaan, Maine, a sanctuary for retired, disabled and homeless workhorses. She is...