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Agriland
27-05-2025
- Health
- Agriland
Fly control to prevent summer mastitis in mild and damp weather
As the weather is particularly mild and has turned damp in the last number of days, fly control to prevent summer mastitis needs to be prioritised. Summer mastitis is an acute disease of the non-lactating mammary gland and is mainly caused by the bacterium Trueperella pyogenes. Flies thrive in these conditions, especially in the aftermath of heavy rain when temperatures are warm and can support fly populations, as the insects can multiply in those conditions. This is not good news for in-calf heifers down the other side of the farm as their teat ends become a target for the flies to feed off. Quite often, heifers will be on the wetter paddocks of the farm – paddocks that are possibly not suitable for intensive grazing on the milking platform. This swampy, damp ground can attract a lot of flies and cause issues for these heifers. Summer mastitis often hits the same herds each year and quite often the source of the problem comes from certain fields. The disease mainly occurs in the June to September period affecting dry cows and in-calf heifers when fly numbers are highest, but can really occur at any time of the year and especially in mild and damp conditions. Summer mastitis The disease can severely damage the udder, cause high temperatures and toxaemia, and the infected quarters are generally lost. Treatment is focused at saving the animal and preventing pregnancy loss. The quarter becomes hard and and swollen and when it is stripped, it will be foul-smelling and the cruds that come out may appear clear or soft to cheesy. As the infection progresses, blood may be drawn. If the condition is not as advanced, the infected quarter should be treated with intramammary tubes and the cow placed on a course of antibiotics. In more severe cases, the cow or heifers should be placed on a course of anti-inflammatory drugs and in some cases, the vet will opt to amputate the teat to allow it to drain freely. In all cases, the cows' affected quarter should be frequently stripped out to reduce toxin build-up and the cow isolated from the group. Prevention Using dry cow tubes for more susceptible heifers might be an option but severe care and hygiene is needed so that dirt is not introduced to the teat canal or the teat end is not damaged. The use of teat sealers are also brilliant to minimise the disease, as the teat seal plugs the teat, preventing bacterial transfer from the environment and flies, Teat sealers should be considered on heifers, even though you may need to organise a turn-over crate to get them done. Using pour-on or other products to control flies near or around stock and to prevent summer mastitis is important. These products should be used as instructed to ensure maximum effectiveness. Apply these along the back of the animal but no harm to direct some around the udder area as well. A number of these products will give cover for four weeks but may need to be applied more often if fly control proves difficult. Ear tags containing Cypermethrin are also available for fly control, such as Flectron tags, which come in boxes of 10. Once one tag is put into the cow's or heifer's ear, they are immediately effective and have a duration of four months. Using Stockholm tar around the teats and udder at least once a week will help prevent flies, but in order for it to be effective, it has to be applied regularly. Fields that are well-kept, with tight residuals and topping reduce habitat where flies can thrive, therefore reducing the risk. Also, it is important to avoid letting dry cows and in-calf heifers in fields that have a history of summer mastitis, typically where there is marshy ground, near a river, or has large quantity of trees and hedges.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Black bug outbreak threatens sugarcane in UP; advisory issued
Bijnor: A severe outbreak of the black bug—locally known as kala chikta—has been reported in sugarcane fields across several parts of Uttar Pradesh, prompting the Sugar Department to issue an urgent advisory to farmers. The pest, which thrives in hot and dry conditions, typically attacks ratoon (regrown) sugarcane between April and June, stunting growth by sucking sap from the leaves. Infestation has also been accompanied by the pyrilla pest in some areas. Based on field inspections, scientists have advised farmers to irrigate their fields and destroy leftover stubble after harvest to curb the spread. In heavily infested fields, chemical pesticides such as Profenofos, Imidacloprid, Cypermethrin, Chlorpyrifos and Monocrotophos 36% SL have been recommended. Officials said that if pyrilla is more dominant and bio-parasites are present, chemical treatment may not be necessary. However, in cases of heavy black bug infestation—since there are no known parasites for black bugs—chemical control becomes essential. State president of Bharatiya Kisan Union Arajnaitik's youth wing, Digambar Singh, said, "Black bugs and pyrilla have affected large areas of sugarcane. Farmers are suffering massive losses. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo Sugar mills should provide subsidised pesticides to help them." Saharanpur's deputy cane commissioner OP Singh said, "Black bugs usually appear from April to June when the weather is hot and dry. Affected leaves turn yellow with brown spots, and larvae are often found between leaf curls and cane balls. Both adults and larvae suck the juice from the leaves, halting crop growth. In severe cases, holes form in the leaves." Notably, sugarcane is grown on 29 lakh hectares in the state, with more than 50 lakh farmers dependent on the crop.
Business Upturn
08-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Top stocks to watch today, May 8: Reliance Industries, Tata Motors, Coal India, Dabur, Voltas and more
By Aman Shukla Published on May 8, 2025, 08:20 IST Indian share markets are likely to open higher on Thursday, May 8, 2025, as indicated by GIFT Nifty, which was up 0.41% at 24,423.50 as of 8:05 am. Here's a look at key stocks likely to remain in focus during the trading session: Reliance Industries Reliance Jio added 21.74 lakh users in March, showing an increase from the 17.65 lakh additions in February, indicating a steady growth in its subscriber base. Tata Motors Tata Motors may be in focus as reports suggest the United States is likely to announce a trade agreement with the United Kingdom, potentially impacting global operations. Coal India Coal India's Q4 earnings surpassed market estimates. The company reported a 2% quarter-on-quarter increase in realisation and an 11% year-on-year decline in employee expenses. Symphony Symphony posted an 87.7% year-on-year growth in EBITDA for the fourth quarter. Margins improved to 22% from 17.2% in the same period last year. United Breweries Q4 results from United Breweries were better than expected. Domestic volume growth stood at 5%, aligning with the projected range of 4-5%. Lupin Lupin announced the launch of Eslicarbazepine Acetate tablets for the treatment of seizures in the U.S. market. The drug has an estimated annual market size of $395 million. Dabur Dabur India reported flat revenue growth for Q4. EBITDA and PAT were both down by 8.5% year-on-year. Tata Chemicals Tata Chemicals reported a 340 basis point decline in margins and a 27% year-on-year drop in EBITDA. UPL China has imposed an anti-dumping duty on imports of the insecticide Cypermethrin from India, which could impact UPL's export operations. Voltas Voltas posted weaker-than-expected Q4 results, with the company losing market share in the Room Air Conditioner (RAC) segment. Blue Star Blue Star's Q4 EBITDA and margin were below estimates, though revenue growth remained in line with expectations. Niva Bupa The health insurer saw a 338 basis point increase in its combined ratio for Q4. Underwriting profit declined by 12% year-on-year. Sonata Software Sonata Software reported a 6.6% quarter-on-quarter decline in international IT services revenue. Domestic product services revenue also fell 9%. Vodafone Idea Vodafone Idea lost 5.41 lakh subscribers in March, compared to a loss of just 20,720 users in February. KFin Technologies Sources suggest that the promoter of KFin Tech plans to sell 6% equity via block deals, with a discount of 5-8% on Wednesday's closing price. Satin Creditcare Satin Creditcare reported a drop in Net Interest Margin (NIM) to 11.81% from 14.61%. Profit declined by 67.24% year-on-year. Somany Ceramics Somany Ceramics reported an 18% decline in EBITDA for Q4. Margins dropped to 8.5% from 10.8% year-on-year. Route Mobile Route Mobile's revenue declined 0.7% quarter-on-quarter. Margins also contracted by 60 basis points. Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Always conduct your own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions. Author or Business Upturn is not liable for any losses arising from the use of this information. Coal IndiaDaburReliance IndustriesStock MarketTata Motorsvoltas Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
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Business Standard
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
China places 5-year anti-dumping duties on Indian cypermethrin imports
China's Ministry of Commerce has announced anti-dumping duties on cypermethrin imports from India, effective immediately. The duties are set to last for five years. The decision follows a year-long investigation, which concluded that Indian exporters were dumping the pesticide at unfairly low prices, causing material injury to China's domestic industry, according to a report by the Global Times. According to the Chinese commerce ministry, the anti-dumping duties range from 48.4 per cent to 166.2 per cent, with Tagros Chemicals India facing the lowest margin at 48.4 per cent, and UPL Ltd, along with other unspecified Indian firms, being subjected to the steepest duty of 166.2 per cent. Gharda Chemicals, Meghmani Organics, Bharat Rasayan, and Heranba Industries are among those affected, with rates between 62 per cent and 75.7 per cent. What is Cypermethrin? Cypermethrin is widely used in agriculture for pest control in crops such as cotton, vegetables, fruit trees, and corn. The Chinese commerce ministry said the decision came after a preliminary ruling in January 2025, which confirmed both the existence of dumping and a causal link to damage suffered by domestic producers. Importers in China will now be required to pay the corresponding duties to customs authorities. India initiates investigations on China Out of the 13 cases, 12 were in China. India has also provisionally imposed duties of up to $873 per tonne on Chinese aluminium foil.
