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VIRTUAL LIVE WEBINAR Feeding Practices to Prevent Subacute Ruminal Acidosis
February 20 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
ABOUT THE WEBINAR
Join us for an insightful webinar designed for producers seeking a comprehensive understanding of identifying and preventing subacute ruminal acidosis (SARA) in their livestock. Participants will explore the pathology of rumen acid overload, examining its profound impact on cow health and performance. The session aims to empower producers with the knowledge to readily identify SARA and discern dietary risks, facilitating a proactive disease prevention approach. By the end of the webinar, attendees will be equipped to describe the causes and consequences of SARA, recognize clinical signs and dietary risks associated with the condition, understand the role of feeding management in SARA, and identify specific dietary factors crucial for prevention. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise in ensuring optimal livestock health and performance through informed feeding practices.
EVENT DETAILS
Attend this one-hour webinar with Dr. Van Saun, Penn State Extension Veterinarian and Professor of Veterinary Science, to learn feeding practices that will help ensure optimal livestock health and performance.
WHEN
February 20, 2024
(11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET)
Who is this for?
Dairy farmers/managers
College students
FFA students
Farm employees
What will you learn?
Be able to describe the causes and consequences of SubAcute Ruminal Acidosis (SARA)
Be able to recognize clinical signs of SARA and dietary risks contributing to the disease
Understand the role of feeding management that contributes to SARA
Identify specific dietary factors contributing to SARA and those necessary for prevention
This event is being offered to participants at no charge.
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording.
Register By
February 20, 2024
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