VBPA Calf Clinic

2012 Calf Clinic

The Vermont Beef Producers Association presents the annual Calf Clinic Saturday March 3, 2012

The clinic will be held at Vermont Technical College, 124 Admin Dr. Randolph Center, VT in Room 109 of the Red School House Building. Registration begins at 9:00 am with the program commencing at 9:15 and concluding at 12:30.

Refreshments will be provided in the morning, but attendees will be on their own for lunch. The clinic is free to VBPA members and to VTC students. Non members will be charged $40 to attend and will receive a one year membership. To assist with planning and to reserve a seat, individuals interested in attending should call Bill Emmons at 802-457-1520. RSVP by Wednesday February 29th.

Dr. Kent Anderson of Valleywide Veterinary Services of Middlebury will be presenting the clinic. Attendees will learn what preparations are necessary to have a successful calving season, the differences between a normal and difficult birth, and when to consult a veterinarian in case of calving difficulties.

Other aspects covered will be: neo-natal calf care, the need and use of colostrum, calf management, castration, dehorning, and vaccinations. This program stresses the need for a complete year-round health management program for both brood cows, and calves through weaning. There will be ample opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

As always if you decide at the last minute to attend, we will be accepting registrations at the door. Hope to see you there!