Hands-on Calving & Dystocia Workshop - Spanish Speaking Only
Event Details
Date
March 24, 2023
Time
10:30am - 2:30pm
Location
CCE Madison County
100 Eaton St
Morrisville, NY 13408
Cost
Spanish Speaking Registration : $75.00
(addl attendee $75.00 ea.)
English Speaking Waiting List : Free
Host
Central New York Dairy and Field CropsDavid Balbian
518-312-3592
email David Balbian
Program ends at 2:30pm, but there is an opportunity to stay longer and get more practice with the Dystocia Model.
Knowing the stages of labor and recognizing when a cow needs assistance are important skills. This workshop will educate attendees on those skills and will include a hands-on experience with a life size model of a cow ready to calve along with her calf. Attendees will be able to practice a variety of dystocia situations.
Topic at Each Station:
- Delivering the Calf with the Dystocia Model
- Stages of Labor & Using the Calving Tools
- Neonatal Management
- Postpartum Cow Care
Registration is limited to 8 Spanish speaking attendees. English speaking waiting list is also available.
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