What is this? Revised targets that promote a reduction in the use of inductions and the new Operational Plan under the ACVM Act 1987 take effect from June 2010. Revised targets that promote a reduction in the use of inductions and the new Operational Plan under the ACVM Act 1987 take effect from June 2010. More Why is it important? Routine inductions for farm management purposes (to reduce calving spread and late calvers) is permitted, provided farmers and their veterinarians achieve good welfare outcomes for the animals. This is done by ensuring animals meet the specified selection criteria and have a health management plan. Routine inductions for farm management purposes (to reduce calving spread and late calvers) is permitted, provided farmers and their veterinarians achieve good welfare outcomes for the animals. More What do I need to do?
The induction management programme should be a partnership between farmer and veterinarian, achieving good welfare outcomes for the animals. Forward planning is required to ensure the cows fall inside the window of the correct stage of pregnancy, with the right body condition and sufficient feed supply. The induction management programme should be a partnership between farmer and veterinarian, achieving good welfare outcomes for the animals. More |
