STtalks #363 - From Calf to Cow: The Hidden Costs of Respiratory Disease with Dr. Sébastien Buczinski & Dr. Mitch Hockett

The lasting impact of calfhood respiratory disease is costly and something we discuss thoroughly in the latest episode of STtalks! Dr Sébastien Buczinski of the University of Montreal, along with Farmfit® Manager, Dr. Mitch Hockett, join us to share the importance of early detection of respiratory diseases in calves, highlighting economic impacts and efficient diagnosis, as well as the benefit of technologies like Farmfit® from STgenetics®. This episode highlights the importance of proactive care and correct treatments in calves, how this can help prevent costly long-term impacts and future opportunities for improving calf health protocols.

00:00 Introduction to Calf Respiratory Disease

00:43 Meet the Experts: Dr. Sébastien Buczinski & Dr. Mitch Hockett

02:30 The Economic Impact of Calf Respiratory Disease

06:28 Early Detection and Diagnosis Techniques

11:07 Challenges in Calf Health Monitoring

12:18 The Role of Technology in Calf Health

13:58 Ultrasound as a Diagnostic Tool

20:37 Investing in Calf Health Technology

27:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts