HERDSMAN FOOT TRIMMING
3-DAY COURSE
Lameness issues have a huge impact on the dairy industry not only from a welfare perspective but also financially. Loss accumulates not only from the cost of corrective treatment but also in production losses. Our Herdsman Foot Trimming course is designed to equip you with the skills you need to reduce instances of lameness on your farm.
The LANTRA approved course teaches attendees to trim using the renowned 5-step Method. The course is very hands-on, allowing plenty of time to enhance your skills. The course examines the main causes of lameness and ways to prevent it. Our trainers are all experts in their field .
Anatomy
Preventative trimming
Common foot problems
Corrective trimming
Equipment care
Introduction use of grinding
Introduction to blocking & bandaging
Biosecurity and diseases
DIY AI
3-DAY COURSE
DIY AI can save you time and money by getting your cow inseminated at the right time without the cost or stress of waiting for the technician.
Our DEFRA and LANTRA approved DIY AI Courses are delivered over three days and are tailored to give you maximum hands-on tuition. This allows plenty of time for the dexterity required for a successful insemination to be mastered. The course is taught in small numbers on-farm, giving a relaxed training atmosphere.
Anatomy and Physiology
Reproductive management strategies
Oestrus cycle
Fertilisation and pregnancy
Insemination technique
Semen care
Welfare and legislation
Nitrogen safety
Equipment
In order to carry out Do It Yourself (DIY) Artificial Insemination you must have completed a DEFRA-approved training course.
SAFE USE OF VET MEDS
Medicine matters
1-DAY COURSE
This LANTRA approved course is aimed at all those working with livestock to help you improve your knowledge and understanding of the different classes of medicines and how to use them safely and effectively on your farm.
By attending this course, you will be able to fulfil your Red Tractor Farm Assurance and supermarket contract requirements. It will help you to understand and recognise the differences between vaccines and treatments, how to use them safely and responsibly in animals under your care
Storage and maintainance of medicines
Identifying vaccines and treatments
Antibiotic classification and uses
Wormers (anthelmintics)
Usage of NSAID medicines
Administer using different routes: drenching – bolusing – subcutaneous – intramuscular – intravenous injection
Farm health plans
Compliance, legislation, assurance standards and record-keeping
This course can be offered online
DIY AI
3-DAY COURSE
DIY AI can save you time and money by getting your cow inseminated at the right time without the cost or stress of waiting for the technician.
Our DEFRA and LANTRA approved DIY AI Courses are delivered over three days and are tailored to give you maximum hands-on tuition. This allows plenty of time for the dexterity required for a successful insemination to be mastered. The course is taught in small numbers on-farm, giving a relaxed training atmosphere.
Anatomy and Physiology
Reproductive management strategies
Oestrus cycle
Fertilisation and pregnancy
Insemination technique
Semen care
Welfare and legislation
Nitrogen safety
Equipment
In order to carry out Do It Yourself (DIY) Artificial Insemination you must have completed a DEFRA-approved training course.
North West Hotel, Stranraer Multiple day event:
12 – 15 May
Booking is now open for the 2025 Annual Conference & AGM in Stranraer.
Together with the Wigtownshire Ayrshire Breeders club, John, Avril and the extended Watson family look forward to welcoming you to the 2025 Annual conference and AGM from Monday 12th - Thursday 15th May.
The base for the conference is the North West Castle Hotel which is celebrated for its traditional charm whilst providing picturesque views of Loch Ryan.
The Balmoral Show in association with Ulster Bank is Ireland's largest agri food event that entertains and educates the entire family.
The history of the Annual Show is one steeped in history, tradition and inspiration. The very first Show was held in Belfast Corporation Markets on the banks of the River Lagan on the 23rd and 24th August 1855. Outgrowing this venue, from 1896 to 2012 the Annual Show was held at the 32-acre Balmoral site in Belfast and was renamed to Balmoral Show. In 2012, again outgrowing the Balmoral and King's Hall venue, the decision was made to purchase and develop a new venue, the 65-acre Balmoral Park.
SAFE USE OF VET MEDS
Medicine matters
1-DAY COURSE
This LANTRA approved course is aimed at all those working with livestock to help you improve your knowledge and understanding of the different classes of medicines and how to use them safely and effectively on your farm.
By attending this course, you will be able to fulfil your Red Tractor Farm Assurance and supermarket contract requirements. It will help you to understand and recognise the differences between vaccines and treatments, how to use them safely and responsibly in animals under your care
Storage and maintainance of medicines
Identifying vaccines and treatments
Antibiotic classification and uses
Wormers (anthelmintics)
Usage of NSAID medicines
Administer using different routes: drenching – bolusing – subcutaneous – intramuscular – intravenous injection
Farm health plans
Compliance, legislation, assurance standards and record-keeping
This course can be offered online.
WHEN: Sunday 27th July 2024
(Catalogue Entries to Jenna by Monday 21st July/ Entries accepted on day but will not be catalogued)
JUDGE: tbc
SPONSORS: tbc
AWARDS:
Lawrie & Symington Ltd Cup: Champion Handler
BOCM Pauls Cup: Champion Calf
Tam Allan Perpetual Trophy: Top Junior scoring highest at Club Events (Showmanship and Stockjudging)
CLASSES: per HUK tbc
Showmanship Classes (per HUK)
Class 1: Junior Showmanship - 12 years of age and under on 1st January 2025
Class 2: Intermediate Showmanship - aged between 13 and 15 on 1st January 2025
Class 3: Senior Showmanship - aged between 16 and 20 on 1st January 2025
Class 4: Mature Showmanship - aged between 21 and 26 on 1st January 2025
Calf Classes (per HUK) tbc
Class 5: Born between 1st April 2025 & 31st May 2025
Class 6: Born between 1st February 2025 & 31st March 2025
Class 7: Born between 1st December 2024 & 31st January 2025
Class 8: Born between 1st October 2024 & 30th November 2024
Class 9: Born between 1st August 2024 & 30th September 2024
Class 10: Born between 1st June 2024 & 31st July 2024
Class 11: Born between 1st April 2023 & 31st May 2023
Class 12: Red & White Holstein Calf born between 1st November 2023 & 31st May 2024
Class 13: Red & White Holstein /AOB Calf born between 1st April 2024 & 31st October (Senior Calf)
Class 14: Red & White Holstein /AOB Calf born between 1st November 2024 & 31st May 2025 (Junior Calf)
Class 15: Group of three calves with the same prefix
*Please note classes may be split according to entries
**No R&W can be shown in B&W Classes as per HUK (from 2025)
ANYTHING ELSE:
1) Catering will be available on day from Gavel Restaurant
2) Power Points and Washing facilities available (unload at Calf Docks) See less
(More information will be added when available)
