Hands-On Hoof Trimming Workshop
Event Details
Date
November 4 - November 8, 2024
Host
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
A series of three hands-on hoof trimming workshops will be held throughout the NWNY region in November 2024. The workshops, taught by Aaron Lavoy, Professional Hoof Trimmer and owner of Midwestern Hoof Trimming School, are catered towards dairy producers and employees as well as beginning hoof trimming professionals. Topics covered will include:
- Bovine Hoof Anatomy
- Hoof Trimming Technique
- Hoof Health & Nutrition
- Lameness Detection
- Knife Sharpening & Safety
Dairy
Livestock
Grazing
Forages
Grains
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