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USDA starts highly pathogenic avian influenza vaccine trials

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In April, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) began testing the efficacy of four vaccines against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Initial data from the single-dose trials are expected to be available this May, followed by results from the two-dose studies in June.

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Quest for the Whistling Warbler

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Sitting pretty as the sole member of the genus Catharopeza , the Whistling Warbler is an oddity in many respects. Endemic to a tiny island in the Lesser Antilles chain of the Caribbean – St. Vincent – this medium-sized warbler is currently listed as Endangered according to the IUCN. For a bird threatened as this one is, I had little expectations when visiting St.

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The Power of You: Why One Word Makes All the Difference in Sales

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Using “you” puts the focus right where it needs to be: on the prospect’s own needs. It’s an incredibly effective example of tapping into how we think – and how our brains function – to optimize prospect engagement. The post The Power of You: Why One Word Makes All the Difference in Sales appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Map shows heartworm rates continue to increase in hot spots, new locations

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According to the recently released 2022 American Heartworm Society (AHS) Heartworm Incidence Map, rates have continued to trend upward in both heartworm hot spots and in places where cases were once rare.

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Mars acquires Heska in $1.3B deal

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Mars Inc. and Heska Corp. have entered into a agreement that Mars will buy the diagnostic veterinary equipment firm for $1.3 billion.

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AVMF, VPRF announce pharmacology research grant winners

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The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF) selected two veterinary researchers as recipients of the organizations’ 2022-23 pharmacology research grants.

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American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation – February 24-25, 2023

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The American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation welcomed 11 new diplomates following the board certification examination held remotely from February 24-25.

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American College of Veterinary Surgeons – February 13-14, 2023

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The American College of Veterinary Surgeons welcomed new diplomates following the board certification examination held February 13-14 online.

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Birding Places in Europe and the Mediterranean

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Before starting Birdingplaces.eu , Chris van der Heijden worked for BirdLife in The Netherlands. During his birding travels through Europe, he came up with the idea for Birdingplaces: why was it so hard to get good birding info in most countries? Would it be possible to unite European birders online and create a site guide for birding in Europe? Yes, it was possible.

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Flight Paths: A Book Review Written During Migration

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Flight Paths is a splendid but risky title for a book about bird migration. It could easily be mistaken for a book about aviation or space navigation or even a flight simulator game if you don’t read the long, adjective-filled subtitle: How a Passionate and Quirky Group of Pioneering Scientists Solved the Mystery of Bird Migration. I am not sure if this is totally true in the widest sense, especially when it comes to the question of WHY birds migrate (I’m asked this question constant

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White-winged Black Terns and Whiskered Terns near Broome

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Before we had the change in our weather after Tropical Cyclone Ilsa we had months of isolated showers and the Great Northern Highway to the south of Broome was an excellent location to observe both White-winged Black Terns and Whiskered Terns. The Terns were quite content loafing on the highway and flying off when the limited traffic approached as you can see above.

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The Benefits and Pitfalls of Using a Blog as a Marketing Tool

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Whether blogging is an appropriate marketing tool for your business requires you to consider the pros and cons and decide if the former outweigh the latter. The post The Benefits and Pitfalls of Using a Blog as a Marketing Tool appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Future Proofing Call and Contact Centers

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To ensure that businesses can meet growing customer expectations and maintain great customer service, contact centers must acknowledge how internet of things technology, such as AI and cloud software, will be crucial. The post Future Proofing Call and Contact Centers appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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The Scouting Lesson That Can Provide an EDGE in Business

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I owe much of my success to the many lessons and good habits Scouting has instilled in me over the years. The Teaching EDGE method is one of the most effective ways to learn a skill. The post The Scouting Lesson That Can Provide an EDGE in Business appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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6 Ways To Increase Your LinkedIn Post Engagement for Sales

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Great opportunities beget great competition. Here are six ways for salespeople to boost their LinkedIn post engagement and drive more sales. The post 6 Ways To Increase Your LinkedIn Post Engagement for Sales appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Birding Shanghai in April 2023

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If I had to define spring from a Shanghai birder’s perspective, I would have to say that for me, it begins on the day I see my first colorful flycatcher – like this male Narcissus Flycatcher. So, for me, spring began on April 16. I only saw the Yellow-rumped Flycatcher two days later, so it did not quite make it into the “First colorful flycatcher of the spring” honor role.

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