Consumers are concerned about food safety!

Consumers are concerned about food safety!

Producer-driven programs Designed to produce healthy products Increase food safety awareness Remind youth producers where they fit in the food supply chain

Attitude

Follow label directions for feed, drugs & other products used Develop proper & safe health practices Improve pride & image of youth livestock producers Safe, wholesome, consistently high-quality product for consumers

1. Identify & track treated animals 2. Maintain medication & treatment records 3. Properly store, label & account for drug products 4. Obtain & use veterinary prescription drugs from a licensed veterinarian using a VCPR

5. Educate family members 6. Establish an efficient & effective herd health program 7. Provide proper animal care to improve animal well-being

8. Follow appropriate on-farm procedures 9. Review & update Youth Quality Assurance practices regularly 10. Make ethical decisions regarding livestock projects

Proper animal ID is a MUST! Individual or pen identification

Proper animal ID is a MUST! Litter # - Animal ID # Litter # Individual #

9 What is this pig s litter & individual number? 3 9+3 = 12 1 1 1+1 = 2 PIG 12-2

1. Date treated 2. Animal or pen ID 3. Product used for treatment 4. Amount given 5. Lot number 6. Route of administration 7. Who gave the drug 8. Withdrawal time 9. Date withdrawal time is complete

Time for medication to be metabolized by animal s body Listed on drug labels Following withdrawal time eliminates drug residues

Order from Supply Lamb: Form 1061 Swine: Form 1062 Goat: Form 1063 Beef: Form 1064 Dairy: Form 1065

VETERINARY FEED DIRECTIVE

http://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/development ApprovalProcess/ucm071807.htm http://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/products/ AnimalFoodFeeds/MedicatedFeed/default.htm #license

Pass out health record forms Animal Health Forms must be completed in its entirety before being able to show

Follow use & storage directions on labels Store in refrigerator Use entire bottle Proper use of needles Change needles frequently Dispose of needle if dropped or damaged Check for a burr

Look at the drug labels!

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Develop a good relationship with your veterinarian Veterinarian gains working knowledge of your management practices Veterinarian can make medical judgments Assist with withdrawal times Record-keeping system Provide extra label drug use when appropriate

Two classes of drugs: Over-the-counter (OTC) Purchased at veterinary clinics, feed stores & from animal health salespersons Prescription (Rx) Only available from a veterinarian or pharmacist

Labeled use (LEGAL) Use drug EXACTLY as specified on label Off label use (ILLEGAL) PRODUCER uses drugs other than stated on the label Extra label use (LEGAL; used with VCPR) VETERINARIAN prescribes drug use other than stated on label

Must be prescribed by a veterinarian: More than label states More frequently than label states Stop after a certain period of time Not stated on label Not labeled in that species Only if logical choice & label use of approved drug is not available

Youth livestock projects - everyone is involved! Handle animals Properly treat animals Identify animals that were treated Feed & care for animals Other important information

Six ways to administer drugs to animals Intramuscular (IM) Subcutaneous (Sub-Q) Interperitoneal (IP) Intraveneous (IV) Intranasal Intramammary

Tenting Technique -A ½ to ¾ needle is ideal IM Injections - In front of the shoulder - NEVER inject in the loin, top butt or top of round Sub-Q Injections - Inject only into clean, dry areas - Ahead of point of shoulder

IM Proper Administration Sub Q Sub Q Intramuscular - IM Subcutaneous - Sub-Q Apply just behind and below the ear but in front of the shoulder NEVER inject in the ham or loin Inject only into clean, dry areas Use the loose flaps of skin in the flank or behind the elbow

Establish an effective herd health management plan Consult with your veterinarian Prevent/control potential disease outbreak Keep your livestock healthy

Commitment to biosecurity is important Prevent infectious disease spread Isolation of animals Traffic control Sanitation Management practices

Responsibility for a living animal Provide fresh water & feed Good shelter Observe for signs of illness Handle animal calmly & humanely Minimize stress during handling & transport

Good housekeeping Clean & safe equipment Organized work areas Proper labeling Good record-keeping system

Keep up with new practices Evaluate your GPP regularly Make necessary adjustments Be confident in raising quality livestock

Six Pillars of Character Trustworthiness Respect Responsibility Fairness Caring Citizenship

Loyal, honest & keep promises Feed, water & care for your animals daily Read labels & adhere to withdrawal time Use only approved drugs Abide by show rules & regulations

Always handle & treat animals humanely Recognize animals are dependent on you Respect people & things Tolerate differences Use good manners Be considerate of others

Includes perseverance & accountability Do what you are supposed to do Always do your best & keep on trying Even on busy, difficult days Only use approved products

Apply appropriate rules & standards Feed only approved diets Use only approved drugs Follow fitting & grooming practices when preparing for a show

Promote well-being of others & animals Provide for daily nutrition, housing & health care of your animals Treat your animals in a humane & caring way at all times

Make your home, community & country better places Accept instruction from elders Teach younger kids what you learned Become a role model