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DAIRY SPECIAL: Address slippery concrete to reduce lameness

SLIPPERY concrete in cubicle sheds and collecting yards can cause serious untreatable damage to cows’ feet and legs. Investing in concrete grooving is a way to minimise slipping and encouraging normal bulling behaviour.

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DAIRY SPECIAL: Address slippery concrete to reduce lameness

SLIPPERY concrete in cubicle sheds and collecting yards can cause serious untreatable damage to cows' feet and legs. Investing in concrete grooving is a way to minimise slipping, as well as encouraging...

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