Beef special: Key considerations for cattle handling systems on-farm

Cattle instincts and health and safety should be considered when purchasing or designing cattle handling systems

Katie Fallon
Livestock Specialist
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Jim McKinstry of Farm Gate Vets says careful thought must go into choosing the right cattle handling system.
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Jim McKinstry of Farm Gate Vets says careful thought must go into choosing the right cattle handling system.

Choosing a new cattle crush or handling system is not a decision that should be made lightly, with the right system key to reducing stress on cattle and operators during handling. That is the message...

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