Episode 05 (Season 03) - Animal Welfare - Why Breed for Natural Health?
The Nordic countries have the world’s healthiest cows, supported by high production and the lowest use of antibiotics and hormones. Since the 1980s, they have focused on balancing health with production traits. The goal? Breeding long-lasting cows to make dairy farming more profitable and easier.So, how can dairy farmers effectively breed for health to improve fertility, longevity, and production? And how can better animal welfare improve your herd’s efficiency and profitability?To take a deep dive into the importance of naturally healthy cattle and get management tips for improving animal welfare on your farm, we invited two expert veterinaries to share their experience and insights on the value of breeding healthy dairy cows. Guests: Peter Raundal, Senior Specialist and Veterinary Team Leader at SEGES InnovationKasper Werner Johanssen, Supervising Veterinary at VikingGenetics.Host: Tomás De La Rosa