The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Jennifer Van Os: Cow Handling Techniques | Ep. 54
Oct 31, 2024
In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jennifer Van Os from the University of Wisconsin-Madison discusses the significance of proper cow handling techniques and shares an innovative educational tool her team has developed. She highlights how better cow handling not only boosts animal welfare but also improves dairy farm efficiency. Don’t miss out on the latest methods being used to train dairy professionals in stockmanship—available now on all major platforms.
What will you learn:
- Cow handling importance
- New educational tool
- Improved cow behavior
- Evaluation of training
- Continuing education
Meet the guest:
Dr. Jennifer Van Os is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Animal Welfare in the Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She received her PhD from the University of California-Davis and did postdoctoral research at the University of British Columbia. Her work focuses on improving dairy animal welfare through biological and social science.
