Episode 112: Innovative Water Initiatives to Improve Herd Health

About this episode

This episode discusses innovative water management practices on a beef farm in Napanee, Ontario, aimed at improving herd health.

In this episode, we visit a beef farm in Napanee, Ontario, to share one producer’s experience with water management. Hear how practical solutions like improved drainage and filtration, protecting natural water sources and capturing rainwater from barn roofs helped improve water quality and supply for cattle. Relevant Links: Fences, Filters and Eavestroughs: Innovative Water Initiatives to Improve Herd Health (article) Water Systems That Work: A Practical Guide for Beef Producers (resource) Water Systems Calculator (interactive tool) Water Management Resources (webpage)

People in this episode

Host: Beef Cattle Research Council

Topics covered

• water management
• herd health
• beef farming
• sustainable practices
• water quality

Keywords

• water management
• beef farm
• drainage
• filtration
• rainwater capture
• cattle health
• sustainable agriculture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Beef Cattle Research Council

Places: Napanee, Ontario

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