Healthy Hooves - Orbost
Date & Time:
Monday, 12th May 2025 - Tuesday, 13th May 2025
11:30pm - 3:30am (UTC)
Location:
Near Orbost - farm address TBC closer to the date
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Cost:
Admit One / $0.00 AUD per person
This workshop is for farmers; managers and staff who wish to gain or refresh knowledge about effective treatment of lame cows and prevention of lameness on farm.
PLEASE RESPECT FARM BIOSECURITY BY WEARING CLEAN FOOTWEAR AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING TO THIS WORKSHOP. There will be a disinfectant footbath to walk through before participating in the practical session on farm.
At this workshop participants will
- Learn how to recognise, restrain and treat lame cows at dairy farm in Larpent
- Gain insights into how cow behaviour, stockmanship and track design influence herd lameness
- Take home Healthy Hooves manual and field guide.
Lunch will be provided and there is no charge to attend this workshop. Please register today to assist with planning catering and resources for this workshop.