Agri Hour: 5 October, Thapelo Ramokala

Antibiotics play a pivotal role in safeguarding herd health within cattle production. However, the South African cattle production industry is currently grappling with the issue of preventative antibiotic use in disease treatment for cattle. This not only opens the door to potential antibiotic misuse but also amplifies the risk of antibiotic resistance. To find out more about this OFM News’ Elsabé Richard-May speaks to Thapelo Ramokala, animal health specialist at Beefmaster Group.