SD_Disbudding Calves Best Practice Workshop_FNQ_23rd Apr 2026

Join us for a practical workshop with Dr Bill Tranter, that aims to provide essential information on disbudding best practiceand hands-on training to support dairy farms and their staff to effectively reduce and managerisks, while prioritising animal welfare and safety.

Cattle with horns present a significant risk of injury to people and other animals.

Focusing on industry best practices, the workshop equips participants with the knowledge and skills to responsibly manage disbudding procedures and make well-informed decisions.

The workshop is suitable for farmers, farm employees and service providers to:

• Successfully and safely carry out best practice disbudding.
• Understand and implement appropriate pain relief options.
• Ensure compliance with industry requirements and regulations.
• Explore the role and opportunity of polled genetics.