By Blake Jackson
A one-day hands-on training focused on transition cow management will take place on March 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Orleans Poverty Hill Farm in Albion, New York.
The workshop is designed for dairy farm employees who work directly with cattle and will be offered in both English and Spanish to ensure accessibility for a wide range of participants.
The program will feature rotating learning stations that provide practical experience in key areas of dairy herd management.
Participants will practice using a calving and dystocia model to learn how to identify cows at high risk for transition problems, monitor calving progress, and make informed decisions about when intervention is needed. The training will also include hands-on instruction in repositioning calves during difficult births.
Another station will focus on fresh cow health checks, covering common post-calving diseases and disorders. Attendees will learn how to perform proper evaluations and use essential monitoring tools.
Registration costs $25 per person and includes lunch and training materials. Participants are asked to wear clean footwear and clothing suitable for barn conditions.
For registration, call Ashley at 585-549-0630.
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Categories: New York, Livestock, Dairy Cattle