National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management Program
The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management Program has introduced its latest manual for the years 2026-2027, aimed at enhancing drug residue prevention in dairy cattle. This initiative underscores the program's commitment to ensuring responsible management practices within the dairy industry.
Key Features of the Manual
The newly published manual serves as an educational resource, specifically designed to aid dairy farmers in applying best management practices for the responsible use of antimicrobials in dairy cattle. It includes comprehensive sections on various aspects of dairy management:
- Residue Prevention Best Practices: Strategies to avoid drug residues in dairy products.
- Record Keeping: Guidelines for maintaining detailed records of drug usage and herd health.
- Herd Health: Best practices for maintaining and improving the overall health of the herd.
- Drug Administration: Proper procedures for administering drugs to dairy cattle.
- Culling of Animals: Criteria and processes for the culling of animals to prevent residue issues.
- Residue Testing: Information on testing methods to detect drug residues in dairy products.
- Drug Classes and Approved Drugs: Details on different drug classes and the approved drugs for use in dairy cattle.
- Screening Tests: Approved screening tests for drug residues.
Modified: 2026/07/16