BDN interviews Extension’s White on state needs in livestock health
Rachel White, an assistant professor and Maine sustainable agriculture and livestock educator with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, was interviewed by the Bangor Daily News on the lack of health care professionals to aid livestock farmers in Maine. White said many farmers use social media to diagnose and treat their animals, as well as to trade for antibiotics. UMaine Extension has expanded basic health education programs for farmers, and White said her job is to “bridge the gap” between farmers and veterinarians.