Features precise digital controls

Four programmable modes: Welding, Cutting, Grinding, X-Mode

X-mode eliminates sensor interference by electromagnetically sensing the arc

APPLETON, Wis. October 15, 2008—Allowing farmers to use an auto-darkening helmet in the field without worrying about interference from the sun, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. introduces its new Digital Elite™ Series auto-darkening welding helmets. more

One group came from Nebraska, the other from Oklahoma. One rancher retained ownership, the other sold outright. But the two sets of cattle fed at separate feedlots in different states have a few shared qualities. more

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USDA Approves Transdermal Administration Claims for Modified Live Virus Antigens and Avirulent Live Cultures for Beef and Dairy Cattle

DE SOTO, Kan. (Oct. 10, 2008) – The Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB) with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health safety and efficacy claim approvals for the transdermal administration of three vaccines, which include modified-live virus (MLV) strains of Bovine Virus Diarrhea (BVD) Type 1 and Type 2, Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR) and the avirulent-live culture strains of Pasteurella multocida and Mannheimia haemolytica. This means beef and dairy producers soon will have one more needle-free option for effectively administering these important respiratory antigens. more

Business for the American Angus Association® remained strong for fiscal year 2008, which ended September 30. In addition, Association members are increasingly embracing the programs and technology provided to them. more

Alpharma to Sponsor Agriculture in the Classroom Project

BRIDGEWATER, NJ (October 14, 2008)—Alpharma Inc., Animal Health has been recognized as the sole sponsor of the Agriculture in the Classroom 2008 Book of the Year program. This year marks the first time that a company has sponsored this educational activity coordinated by the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. more