Practical Feeding Management: An approach to common nutrition related issues on dairy farms
A practical workshop designed to enable practising vets and nutrition advisors to better understand some common nutrition related issues on dairy farms. This workshop will cover:- 1. Butterfat depression scenarios – the theory behind why this happens and practical advice how to correct low butterfat and consideration of whether it is cost effective to do so. 2. Sub acute ruminal acidosis (SARA) – “diagnosis”, risk factors and practical advice on reducing these risks 3. Are milk protein and fertility linked? – understanding the key drivers of milk protein production.
Course Tutors
Julia Moorhouse, Head of Veterinary Services, Map of Ag
Julia qualified at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Science in 2000 and worked in mixed, mainly farm animal practice in the North of England for 13 years before joining Map of Ag (previously EBVC / Evidence Group).
She holds the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons’ Certificate in Cattle Health and Production and completed a MSc in Sustainable and Efficient Food Production at the University of Aberystwyth in 2019.
Julia’s role involves provision of technical advice relating to dairy herd health, welfare, nutrition and management to the dairy industry including processors, retailers and their producers. She also provides direct consultancy advice to dairy farms in the North of England.
Julia’s key areas of interest include feeding management, forage production and youngstock.
Ticket Information
Venue
Stapeley House, London Road, Nantwich CW5 7JW
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