RESEARCH insight – Disbudding Calves

In recent years many papers have been published around the procedure of disbudding, the use of NSAIDs, as well as health and safety aspects - including the inhalation of noxious gases during the process. This dairy insight explores a selection of this research.

Issued November 2019

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