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Merck Animal Health tells us how cow-calf producers can add value to their calves at auction

July 07, 2025 03:05 PM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

Merck Animal Health says strategic steps, like vaccinating and preconditioning, can add real value at auction.

We caught up with Dr. Deena Hardee at the Beef & Greet brought to you by Moly Manufacturing to learn more.

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