June 2023 Farm Newsletter

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Including upcoming events (calf rearing course), selective dry cow therapy, new final year Bristol Vet Students joining the practice for rotations, and student teaching during farm visits.

  • The newsletter discusses the benefits of selective dry cow therapy, where cows that don’t have mastitis are treated with just a sealant instead of antibiotics and sealant.
  • Bibby Thomas and Emily Zwamborn explain sustainable livestock production and the importance of animal health and welfare for farm profitability.
  • The newsletter details the Animal Health and Welfare Review (AHWR) program, a new government initiative that provides funded farm visits by vets to improve animal health and welfare.
  • Rosie Lyle discusses how final year Bristol Vet Students will be joining Shepton Vets for rotations and may be involved in farm visits alongside vets.

Featuring

  • Anna Hares – Author of the Practical Selective Dry Cow Therapy section
  • Bibby Thomas – Co-author of the What is Sustainable Livestock Production? section
  • Emily Zwamborn – Co-author of the What is Sustainable Livestock Production? section
  • Rosie Lyle – Author of the Prioritising your needs with student teaching section
  • Kate Travitzky – New farm vet

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