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Enero (January) 30, 2025 3 p.m. CT
Calostro e inmunidad del becerro (Colostrum and calf immunity)
Spanish only
Dr. Julia Hamann, Director of Technical Services, Actus Nutrition
Dra. Hamann hablará sobre los impactos del calostro en el sistema inmunológico de los becerros lecheros, incluyendo investigaciones relevantes y consejos prácticos.
(Dr. Hamann will speak to the impacts that colostrum has on the immune system of dairy calves, including relevant research and practical advice)
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Dr. Noa Roman-Muniz, Professor and Interim Department Head, Department of Agricultural Biology, College of Agricultural Sciences, Colorado State University
ENGLISH Session 12 p.m. CT
Dr. Román-Muñiz will delve into the critical topic of compassion fatigue, a significant challenge for dairy workers who dedicate themselves to animal care. Participants will gain an understanding of the causes and consequences of compassion fatigue in the dairy industry, including its impact on worker well-being, productivity, and animal care standards. Dr. Román-Muñiz will also share practical strategies to recognize, manage, and prevent compassion fatigue, and increase resilience among dairy professionals.
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SPANISH Session 3 p.m. CT
La Dra. Román-Muñiz profundizará en el tema crítico del agotamiento por compasión, un desafío significativo para los trabajadores de la industria lechera que se dedican al cuidado de los animales. Los participantes comprenderán las causas y las consecuencias del agotamiento por compasión en la industria lechera, incluyendo su impacto en el bienestar de los trabajadores, la productividad y los estándares de cuidado animal. Además, la Dra. Román-Muñiz compartirá estrategias prácticas para reconocer, gestionar y prevenir el agotamiento por compasión, y aumentar la resiliencia de los profesionales de la industria lechera.
Dr. Gerard Cramer, Professor of Dairy Production Medicine, University of Minnesota
In this presentation, Dr. Cramer will explore the ways overcrowding influences cow behavior, such as resting times, feeding patterns, and social interactions; the health implications of overcrowded environments, including lameness, immune function, and susceptibility to infections; and, practical strategies and recommendations to mitigate overcrowding’s adverse effects, enhancing welfare and productivity
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Dr. Román-Muñiz, Dairy Extension Specialist, Department of Animal Sciences, College of Agricultural Sciences, Colorado State University
Dr. Román-Muñiz has collaborated with local dairies and industry groups to enhance workplace communication and efficiency, including co-creating Colorado State University’s "Spanish for Animal Health and Care" undergraduate program. This initiative bridges communication gaps between managers and Spanish-speaking workers, promoting mutual understanding and effective teamwork. In this webinar, Dr. Román-Muñiz will address the critical topic of compassion fatigue in the dairy industry, offering valuable insights and practical strategies to support the well-being of those who dedicate their lives to animal care.
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