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Animal HealthA perscribed period of time when cattle are not to be given medication before harvest is called a ________ _________. Withdrawal periodLevel 1
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Animal Health
This cattle disease is also referred to as 'BVD' and is a virus that causes diarrhea, abortions and respiratory problems in cattle. Calves born with this disease will have loss of hair and/or brain damage. What is the disease?
Bovine Viral DiarrheaLevel 1
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Animal Health"Scours" is the common name of what clinical sign often exhibited in sick, dehydrated cattle? Cattle diarrheaLevel 1
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Animal HealthWhat livestock disease is abbreviated using the letters 'FMD'? Foot and Mouth DiseaseLevel 1
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Animal HealthWhat condition can usually be cured by dropping a magnet into the ruminant stomach? Hardware diseaseLevel 1
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Animal HealthAmong Angus, Hereford and Limousin, which would you expect to have the highest incidence of cancer eye? HerefordLevel 1
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Animal HealthTo prevent infections, a newborn calf should have its navel dipped in what solution? IodineLevel 1
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Animal HealthThe inflammation of the mammary gland and udder tissue is called _____.MastitisLevel 1
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Animal HealthAn organism that lives in or on another organism (its host) and benefits by deriving nutrients at the host’s expense is called a _____.Parasite Level 1
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Animal HealthName the fungus that gets into the hide & develops a rough skin condition where the hair drops out in round patches.RingwormLevel 1
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Animal HealthHow many mammary glands does a cow have? 4Level 2
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Animal HealthWhat is the average body temperature of a cow? 101.5 (accept 101-102 degrees Fahrenheit)Level 2
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Animal HealthWhat is the normal resting heart rate for a cow? 40-84 beats per minuteLevel 2
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Animal HealthWhat is the common name for the type of vaccine that is normally administered to protect cattle against clostridia (blackleg) and perfringens (overeating- type organisms)?7-way vaccineLevel 2
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Animal HealthBacteria, Viruses, and Fungi are all categories of microorganisms which pose potential health threats to cattle. To which of these categories can we attribute Foot Rot in cattle? BacteriaLevel 2
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Animal HealthWhat is another name for brucellosis?Bang's diseaseLevel 2
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Animal HealthIn regards to the prion disease commonly known as mad cow disease, what does 'BSE' stand for? Bovine Spongiform EncephalopathyLevel 2
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Animal HealthWhat is the name of the fungus that causes fescue toxicity in beef cattle?EndophyteLevel 2
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Animal HealthWhat medication do you give to prevent anaphylactic shock or a life-threatening allergic reaction in livestock?EpinephrineLevel 2
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Animal HealthWhat disease is caused by a magnesium deficiency and is sometimes seen in grazing cattle? Grass TetanyLevel 2
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Animal HealthBloat can be detected visually on which side of an animal’s body? LeftLevel 2
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Animal HealthWhat mineral deficiency causes grass tetany, a condition in which cattle appear nervous, lack muscle coordination, and have muscle twitch? MagnesiumLevel 2
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Animal HealthIn regards to animal health, what does 'PI3' stand for?Parainfluenza 3 Level 2
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Animal HealthName the two possible active ingredients in stocker cattle growth implants used in addition to those that may be found in calf growh implants. Estradiol, trenbolone acetate (testosterone is also acceptable)Level 3
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Animal HealthWhat bacterial disease causes repeat breeders, low grade uterine infectious, abortions, mastitis, and occasionally systemic infection in cattle? LeptospirosisLevel 3
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Animal HealthThis venereal disease causes infertility and occasional early abortions in cattle. It is caused by a protozoan organism that is spread from an infected bull to a cow during breeding. What is this disease?TrichomoniasisLevel 3
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Breeds & Associations
Name the most common breed of Bos Taurus cattle in the United States.AngusLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
This breed of cattle originated in Scotland, has no horns, and is mainly black in color, but can be red. What is this breed?AngusLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
One cattle organization that works to enhance the beef industry is called the 'BIF'. What does 'BIF' stand for?Beef Improvement FederationLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
What does 'BQA' stand for?Beef Quality AssuranceLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
What is the basic classification for non-humped cattle?Bos taurus Level 1
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Breeds & Associations
Name the breed of cattle developed in southern United States from stock originating in India and having a lump between the shoulders and large folds of loose skin? BrahmanLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
What breed of beef cattle was developed in France, is known for fast growth lean meat and are large and white? Charolais Level 1
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Breeds & Associations
This breed of cattle originated in the Tuscany province of Italy. It originally was gray with a black muzzle and switch and has been used as both a draft and meat animal. ChianinaLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
The continental breeds of cattle were developed on what continent? EuropeLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
In what country did Limousin cattle originate? FranceLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
Name two continental breeds of cattle.Limousin, Gelbvieh, Charolais, Chiania, Maine-Anjou, Saler, Simmental, TarentiaseLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
What does 'NCBA' stand for? National Cattlemen’s Beef AssociationLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
What’s another name for cattle that are registered with a breed association and that are used to establish a breeding herd? SeedstockLevel 1
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Breeds & Associations
What year was the Alabama Cattlemen's Associatio (ACA) founded?1944
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Breeds & Associations
Who is the Executive Vice President of the Alabama Catttlemen's Association (ACA)?Erin Beasley
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Breeds & Associations
What month do we celebrate "Beef Month" in Alabama?Octoer
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General Beef Knowledge
How many compartments does a cow have in its stomach?4Level 1
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General Beef Knowledge
Ruminants bring up a small amount of food to chew into tiny pieces. What is this called? CudLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
How long does it take cattle to reach market weight? 18-22 monthsLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is the average herd size in the United States? 44 head (accept 40-50 head)Level 1
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How old should calves be when they are weaned?7-8 monthsLevel 1
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What do you call a group of cattle? A herdLevel 1
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What term is used to describe a measurement of daily body weight change in an animal on a feed or forage diet for a specific time?ADG (average daily gain)Level 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is the ideal market weight for steers? Between 1250 to 1350 lbs.Level 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What does 'B.C.S.' stand for? Body condition scoreLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is the scientific name for cattle?BovineLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is it called when a cow is giving birth? CalvingLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What does 'CVI' stand for? Certificate of Veterinary InspectionLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is the best term to use when referring to a calf's female parent?DamLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
The flap of skin on the throat of a beef animal is called what? DewlapLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What does the term “intravenously” mean? Directly into the veinLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is the term used to describe abnormally large, bulging muscled in the rear quarter and forearm of a beef animal?Double musclingLevel 1
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What term is used to describe cattle that are utilized for both meat and milk production?Dual purposeLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What specific vein are intravenous shots typically given?In the jugular vein.Level 1
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What part of the body are subcutaneous shots typically given? In the neckLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What term is used to describe the fat deposits inside the muscle or meat of beef cattle that usually looks like white lines through the raw meat?MarblingLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
A table that gives the ancestry of an animal is called a ______.PedigreeLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What are cattle that naturally lack horns called?PolledLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
In a beef cow, which compartment of the stomach has the greatest volume? RumenLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What are the four parts of a ruminants stomach?Rumen, reticulum, omasum, abomasumLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
Animals that can digest large amounts of high-fiber, roughage-type feeds are called what?RuminantsLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
Are cattle monogastric or ruminant animals? RuminantsLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
Loss of weight during shipping is called _____. ShrinkageLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is the best term to use when referring to a calf's male parent?SireLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
Where is one of the best indicators of muscling in a steer? StifleLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What is the highest valued cut of beef? Tenderloin (accept filet)Level 1
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What does the term “subcutaneous” mean? Under the skinLevel 1
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General Beef Knowledge
What does USDA stand for?United States Department of AgricultureLevel 1
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What is the most important nutrient needed for all livestock? WaterLevel 1
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What does the term “intramuscular” mean? Directly into the muscleLevel 1
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What is the ideal body condition score (B.C.S.)?5Level 2
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What is the average daily gain of a market steer? 2-4 pounds a dayLevel 2
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Where do you measure back fat? Between the 12th and 13th rib.Level 2
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How often should you worm cattle?Every 60 daysLevel 2
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What is the range of body condition scores for cattle? 1 to 9. 1 is the leanest and 9 is the fattest.Level 2
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General Beef Knowledge
At what age do heifers sexually mature? 12 to 14 monthsLevel 2
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What percent of body weight can cattle consume daily in dry matter?2-3 percentLevel 2
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What age do you castrate bull calves? 60-90 daysLevel 2
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What is the average birthweight of a beef calf? 60-90 poundsLevel 2
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At approximately what weight will a heifer reach puberty and start going into heat? 600 poundsLevel 2
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What temperature should water be to properly thaw semen? 95 degrees FahrenheitLevel 2
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General Beef Knowledge
Ruminants have four stomachs. Which stomach is referred to as the "true stomach"?AbomasumLevel 2
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What is the best month(s) to treat for grubs in cattle?Between May 15 and July 15Level 2
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What is the term used to describe an abnormal condition in ruminants caused by an accumulation of gas; characterized by a distention of the rumen, usually seen on an ainimal's uppper left side? BloatLevel 2
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Name three ways you can treat for warts.Cover the wart with oils; vaccinate; tie off warts; cut off wart, dice it up, place in an empty bolus and give back to animal (self-immunization)Level 2
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When is the best TIME OF DAY to treat grubs in cattle?In the late afternoon to prevent blisteringLevel 2
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When reffering to cattle EPDs, what does 'M.W.W' stand for? Maternal Weaning Weight; Measures the sire’s ability to transmit milk production and growth rate through his daughtersLevel 2
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Where should semen be stored and what temperature? Nitrogen tank, -321 degrees Fahrenheit.Level 2
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An antibiotic used for treatment against bacterial pneumonia is known as _____.PenicillinLevel 2
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Name two methods used for fly control. Removal of manure (sanitation and removal of breeding areas); fly spray of animals and stalls; fly tagsLevel 2
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What is the purpose of flushing cows? To extract eggs from a donor femaleLevel 2
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When looking at cattle, which directions of their body do they gain fat? Top to bottom, front to rear. Gender also effects this as heifers are usually leaner than steers.Level 2
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What does 'TDN' stand for in nutrition?Total Digestible NutrientsLevel 2