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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 04, 2014
Filed:
Oct. 25, 2007
Richard D. Stroman, Indialantic, FL (US);
Khurshid A. Afimiwala, Shelton, CT (US);
James B. Gibb, Louisville, CO (US);
Philip C. Brink, Erie, CO (US);
Scott L. Crain, Meade, KS (US);
Timothy G. Niedecken, Sebastian, FL (US);
Richard D. Stroman, Indialantic, FL (US);
Khurshid A. Afimiwala, Shelton, CT (US);
James B. Gibb, Louisville, CO (US);
Philip C. Brink, Erie, CO (US);
Scott L. Crain, Meade, KS (US);
Timothy G. Niedecken, Sebastian, FL (US);
MWI Veterinary Supply Co., Meridian, ID (US);
Abstract
This invention relates to systems and methods for managing livestock, such as cattle, from conception to consumption. More particularly, this invention relates to systems and methods in which users, such as producers, feedlot managers, packers, buyers, sellers, and consumers, are brought together through shared information and improved communication. Users may access one or more applications, tools, and/or systems to increase the value of each animal, monitor and track each animal, and improve the efficiency of their operation.