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SUMMARY:Fall Dairy Producer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This year we are welcoming two speakers to present on topics Linking Health\, Production & Profitability\nClick Here for details on 2025 Producer Meeting \nContact our office through email or phone\, or scan the QR code in the above document\, to register for this meeting \nDr. Chris Church – How do Production and Profit Relate under Supply Management \nDr. Chris Church – Where Can You Go for Help? \nDr. Elad Ben Ezra – Bovine Respiratory Disease: What We’ve Learned and What It’s Costing You \nDr. Elad Ben- Ezra – Emerging BRD Pathogens: Mannheimia haemolytica and Mycoplasma bovis \n 
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/fall-dairy-producer-meeting/
LOCATION:Coast Chilliwack Hotel\, 45920 First Ave\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Dairy Reproduction and Cow Comfort - Complete Herdsman Training Program Day 7
DESCRIPTION:Dr. John Dick will cover practical tips on assessing reproduction\, and how to monitor and improve pregnancy rates. Timed insemination protocols will also be discussed\, along with the most recent science behind getting the most success from your reproductive program. In addition\, factors affecting the comfort of your cows and how cow comfort can affect reproduction\, production\, and health will be covered. \nContact the office to sign up for this course or the entire Herdsman Training Program\n(604) 792-1501\noffice@greenbeltvet.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/dairy-reproduction-complete-herdsman-training-program-day-6/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Veterinary Services\, 8451 Harvard Place\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 7Z5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Trimming and Treating the Lame Cow - Complete Herdsman Training Program Day 6
DESCRIPTION:We have expanded our Trimming and Treating the Lame Cow course! Doug Johnstone from AR-PE Hooftrimming will be joining Dr. Christina Lyn in providing practical hoof care information and hands-on trimming instruction. Common foot and hoof conditions will be discussed in the classroom session\, including diagnosis\, treatment\, and preventative strategies. Trimming techniques (including power tools) on normal\, overgrown and lame cows will then be demonstrated\, and each student will have an opportunity to practice on a variety of cadaver feet. \nFurther one-on-one training is available on your farm to reinforce the classroom material. \nContact the office to sign up for this course or the entire Herdsman Training Program\n(604) 792-1501\noffice@greenbeltvet.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/trimming-and-treating-the-lame-cow-complete-herdsman-training-program-day-4/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Veterinary Services\, 8451 Harvard Place\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 7Z5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T170000
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SUMMARY:Health Management of the Young Calf - Complete Herdsman Training Program Day 5
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bev Chard will focus on the management of the calf from birth to weaning. Course highlights include: resuscitation of the newborn calf\, colostrum management\, young calf housing and nutrition\, common diseases\, and vaccination strategies. The latest concepts in calf rearing will be presented. An on-farm session will make available live calves to help students learn the basics of physical examination\, taking a blood sample\, using an esophageal feeder\, and dehorning. \nContact the office to sign up for this course or the entire Herdsman Training Program\n(604) 792-1501\noffice@greenbeltvet.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/health-management-of-the-young-calf-complete-herdsman-training-program-day-5/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Veterinary Services\, 8451 Harvard Place\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 7Z5\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T150000
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SUMMARY:Basic Examination and Treatment of the Cow - Complete Herdsman Training Program Day 3 & 4
DESCRIPTION:Dr. John Dick presents this two-day\, 10-hour “hands on” course on the examination of the sick cow. This course focuses on teaching practical skills to allow participants to promptly and accurately identify\, diagnose\, and treat sick cows. The first day is an in class teaching session\, the principles are then reinforced in a barn session the second day\, where participants work directly on dairy cows. \nThe course will cover: \n\nA systematic approach to examination of the sick cow\nDiagnosis of some common diseases such as mastitis\, ketosis\, displaced abomasum\, down cows\, and metritis\nGuidelines on when to call for veterinary assistance\nTreatment principles for common disease conditions\nTreatment techniques: blood collection\, IV administration\, stomach tubing\, drenching and bolusing\n\nA course reference binder will be provided and will include 2 classroom and 1 barn session over 2 days. \nContact the office to sign up for this course or the entire Herdsman Training Program\n(604) 792-1501\noffice@greenbeltvet.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/basic-examination-and-treatment-of-the-cow-complete-herdsman-training-program-day-2-3-2/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Veterinary Services\, 8451 Harvard Place\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 7Z5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Basic Examination and Treatment of the Cow - Complete Herdsman Training Program Day 3 & 4
DESCRIPTION:Dr. John Dick presents this two-day\, 10-hour “hands on” course on the examination of the sick cow. This course focuses on teaching practical skills to allow participants to promptly and accurately identify\, diagnose\, and treat sick cows. The first day is an in class teaching session\, the principles are then reinforced in a barn session the second day\, where participants work directly on dairy cows. \nThe course will cover: \n\nA systematic approach to examination of the sick cow\nDiagnosis of some common diseases such as mastitis\, ketosis\, displaced abomasum\, down cows\, and metritis\nGuidelines on when to call for veterinary assistance\nTreatment principles for common disease conditions\nTreatment techniques: blood collection\, IV administration\, stomach tubing\, drenching and bolusing\n\nA course reference binder will be provided and will include 2 classroom and 1 barn session over 2 days. \nContact the office to sign up for this course or the entire Herdsman Training Program\n(604) 792-1501\noffice@greenbeltvet.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/basic-examination-and-treatment-of-the-cow-complete-herdsman-training-program-day-2-3/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Veterinary Services\, 8451 Harvard Place\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 7Z5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Calving Management - Complete Herdsman Training Program Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bev Chard will be offering this afternoon course that will focus on the practical management of the calving cow. It will review when to move a cow to the freshening pen\, the signs of normal calving progression\, and when to check the cow and possibly intervene. Common obstetrical problems will be reviewed\, and tips presented on how to correct them. There will be an opportunity to work on calves in an artificial birth canal to practice recognizing the correct position of the calf and how to safely manipulate it in the uterus. \nContact the office to sign up for this course or the entire Herdsman Training Program\n(604) 792-1501\noffice@greenbeltvet.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/calving-management-complete-herdsman-training-program-day-7/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Veterinary Services\, 8451 Harvard Place\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 7Z5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251021T150000
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SUMMARY:proAction: Let's Get It Done! - Complete Herdsman Training Program Day 1
DESCRIPTION:proAction validation is a necessary part of running a dairy farm\, and its goal of ensuring Canadian milk is of the highest quality and produced responsibly is very valuable to our industry. However\, the requirements to achieve a successful validation can be daunting. Through this course\, Dr. Phil Chris will go over some of the specific requirements of proAction\, how to best prepare for a cattle assessment and farm validation\, and also expand on how you can utilize proAction to help your farm work better for your cattle and you. \nContact the office to sign up for this course or the entire Herdsman Training Program\n(604) 792-1501\noffice@greenbeltvet.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/proaction-lets-get-it-done-complete-herdsman-training-program-day-1/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Veterinary Services\, 8451 Harvard Place\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 7Z5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Fall Dairy Producer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Keynote Speaker:  Dr. Stephen LeBlanc \nLinks to Setting Up Reproductive Success and Transition Cow Monitoring and Management \nDr. Stephen LeBlanc is a professor at the Ontario Veterinary College and Director of Dairy at Guelph.  After five years of private dairy veterinary practice\, he joined U of G where he teaches veterinary students and provides clinical farm service.  His research focuses on dairy cow metabolic and reproductive health management and precision technologies.  Dr. LeBlanc brings a wealth of experience and practical knowledge to his presentations.  You don’t want to miss it. \nCoccidiosis:  Management Can be Challenging \nCalcium Bolus Survey Results:  What Are Farms Doing? \nWhy are Cows Aborting:  Results from the Neospora Abortion Project \nSalmonella Dublin:  Blood PCR Test and Bulk Tank Serology Update
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/fall-producer-meeting/
LOCATION:Coast Chilliwack Hotel\, 45920 First Ave\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241031
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SUMMARY:Yearly DairySmart courses
DESCRIPTION:Our yearly DairySmart Complete Herdsman courses will again be offered this October. Stay posted for exact schedule\, but we plan on running all of our courses that you look forward to. Follow this link to learn more about them: DairySmart
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/yearly-dairysmart-courses/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:2023 Fall Producer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We are currently finalizing our topics for this years event. Check back soon for details.
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/2023-fall-producer-meeting/
LOCATION:Coast Chilliwack Hotel\, 45920 First Ave\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Fall Producer Meeting - Dr. Gordie Jones presents: Managing Heat Stress in a Warming World
DESCRIPTION:For our first Fall Producer Meeting since stopping the annual tradition for the COVID-19 pandemic\, we are partnering with BC Dairy to welcome all dairy producers to the Chilliwack Curling Club for a full day of excellent education. We are bringing in Dr. Gordie Jones to present on managing heat stress (which has been a huge challenge for dairy cows in British Columbia these last couple year) and new ideas on dairy barn design. Along with these topics\, there will be presentations on Salmonella Dublin\, including a summary of local results of bulk tank sampling\, as well as how to handle an outbreak on a dairy farm. Lunch will be provided\, along with plenty of time to meet with fellow dairy producers and industry representatives. \nGreenbelt Veterinary Services producers can RSVP to office@greenbeltvet.com\nAll others please RSVP to BC Dairy at csoutar@bcdairy.com
URL:https://greenbeltvet.com/event/fall-producer-meeting-dr-gordie-jones-presents-managing-heat-stress-in-a-warming-world/
LOCATION:Chilliwack Curling Club\, 45550 Spadina Ave\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, V2P 1V4\, Canada
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