Express Episode 23: Caring for animals beyond the farm gate

The Hoard's Dairyman Podcast · Apr 23, 2026 · 4m

In this episode of the Hoard’s Dairyman Podcast, host Jessica Miller explores the critical topic of fitness for transport and what it means for dairy cattle welfare beyond the farm gate.

Listeners will learn how proper transport decisions play a key role in maintaining animal health, reducing stress, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The episode outlines essential factors producers should evaluate before transporting cattle, including overall health, mobility, body condition, stage of lactation, and calving status.

Special attention is given to vulnerable groups such as calves…