You’re invited to a complimentary webinar!
Refresh Your Trace Testing Knowledge
Set your farmers up for success in preparation for over-wintering and the spring beyond with autumn trace element monitoring.
Awanui Veterinary’s Trace Element Refresher webinar will provide seasonal information and details on how the laboratory can assist you with optimal monitoring, presented by Alice Fraser BVM&S., FRCPath (photo right).
Read Alice’s bio here.
This session will cover:
> The 5 key trace elements (copper, cobalt/B12, selenium, iodine, zinc)
> Why regular monitoring matters
> Practical tips for getting the most out of diagnostic samples including test choices, sample numbers and sample handling.
> Why liver and serum sampling in the autumn, or at drying off is important
> Seasonal trending of results
Event details:
Date: Thursday 26 March
Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm
Location: Online
Why Monitor Trace Elements?
Copper, selenium, cobalt, iodine and zinc all play vital roles in:
> Growth
> Immune function
> Reproduction
> Milk production
Supplementation can improve production if the animals reserves are low, but can be money down the drain for farmers if stock are already adequate and can be dangerous if supplementation tips the animal into toxicity.
Regular diagnostic testing in autumn ensures farmers make justified, evidence-based supplementation decisions.
Seasonal and Farming Factors
Diet changes, rainfall, and drought plus farm soil/paddock management practices can all impact trace element levels. Optimising trace element monitoring is a key factor in optimising herd and flock performance.
Resources
– Lactating cows and trace elements
– Autumn trace element essentials
– Seasonal test guides
– Mineral Check trace element testing
DON’T MISS OUT – REGISTER HERE!
Please register for the webinar even if you are unable to attend. A recording of the live session will be sent to all registrants.