Understanding and tackling lameness in dairy herds: a stockmans guide
Publication details: Chippenham: NMR Information Partnerships / University of Reading ; Subject(s): Dairy cattle and dairy farmingDDC classification: 636.2142089 Summary: In this booklet, levels of lameness and associated lesions are identified using DAISY records. Common foot and leg lesions in dairy herds are explained, and risk factors are highlighted. The cost of lameness has been calculated using updated figures, and recent advances in preventive medicine techniques have been considered. The booklet also highlights the importance of proper recording of lameness as a management tool to reduce the incidence of cows becoming lame, and hence increase herd profitability and improve the cow's welfare.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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| Book - Standard loan | CAFRE Greenmount Library | 636.2142089 KOS (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 147602 |
In this booklet, levels of lameness and associated lesions are identified using DAISY records. Common foot and leg lesions in dairy herds are explained, and risk factors are highlighted. The cost of lameness has been calculated using updated figures, and recent advances in preventive medicine techniques have been considered. The booklet also highlights the importance of proper recording of lameness as a management tool to reduce the incidence of cows becoming lame, and hence increase herd profitability and improve the cow's welfare.
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