How to stop lameness in its tracks | Ep. 89

Lameness is one of those challenges that every dairy farmer faces at some point. But do we really know the cost of it? And more importantly, what can we do to stop it? In this episode of Talking Dairy, host Jac McGowan speaks with Winston Mason, a Veterinarian and Epidemiologist at EpiVets, and Frank Portegys, Senior Area Manager at DairyNZ for the King Country region. They cover the common causes of lameness, the direct and indirect costs it brings, and the most effective strategies for reducing its impact. Find out what the early signs of lameness are and why quick action can make all the difference.