The Beef Podcast Show - Dr. Maria Camila Ceballos: Training for Better Welfare | Ep. 64
Feb 14, 2024
In this insightful episode Dr. Maria Camila Ceballos Betancourt, an assistant professor of animal welfare and behavior, shares her pioneering research on improving the quality of life for production animals, with a focus on beef cattle. Dr. Ceballos discusses her findings on cattle reactivity, stress reduction techniques, and the positive impact of training on animal welfare and productivity. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the beef cattle industry seeking to enhance animal welfare and operational efficiency through science-backed strategies. Tune in to learn from a leading expert in the field.
What will you learn:
- Cattle welfare strategies
- Impact of grazing systems
- Benefits of handler training
- Environmental enrichment
- Differentiating pain and stress
Meet the guest:
Dr. Maria Camila Ceballos Betancourt is an Assistant Professor of Animal Welfare and Behavior at the University of Calgary. With a rich background spanning from Colombia to Canada, her research focuses on enhancing the lives of production animals, especially cattle and pigs. Dr. Ceballos is renowned for her work on animal reactivity, stress reduction, and the pivotal role of human-animal interactions in promoting welfare and productivity within the beef industry.
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