Brucellosis clinic Oct. 31

By submitted, 10/12/22 1:58 PM

PRESCOTT – Nevada and Hempstead County Extension Services are holding a Brucellosis Vaccination day for our counties on Monday, Oct. 31, 2022 in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Livestock and Poultry Division.  

Vaccination of heifer calves (4–12-month-old) against Brucellosis, also known as Bangs disease, is recommended and is available free of charge. You will need a holding pen which includes a head gate for the calves.  

You must pre-register. If you’re in Nevada County call (870) 887-2818 and for Hempstead County, call the Hempstead Co. Extension Office at (870)777-5771. We will need to know the following information: The closest address to your corral, the number of cattle to be vaccinated and a phone number where you can be reached on the day of. You will be contacted with a time prior to vaccination day.