Farming Focus

More on animal health and welfare - with Amy Jackson

Episode Summary

More from Peter's conversation with Dr Amy Jackson

Episode Notes

In this episode Peter speaks to Dr Amy Jackson, founder and director of Oxtale Communications about animal health and welfare, including the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway. 

Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. 

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Timestamps

00:01 Cornish Mutual jingle

00:14 Peter Green introduces the bonus and Amy Jackson. 

00:38 What is the government's animal health and welfare pathway? 

03:42 The difference between standards and attainment. Vet visits encourage farmers to be more proactive. What is the ceiling from using these visits? 

05:37 Get value for money from your vet. 

06:06 The role of the vet is changing. 

06:48 How can higher welfare add value to an operation?

08:18 Show that the animal takes priority - this carries credibility.

08:36 A benefit to the team dealing with the livestock. 

09:26 Jingle

09:31 Peter rounds up.