On February 16th 2012, on farmscape radio, Dr. Laurie Conner of the University of Manitoba, discussed new tools being developed for early detection of lameness.

Researchers from various institutes are collaborating to develop new tools to assess the risk factors for sow lameness in different housing systems. Lameness is a large reason for culling animals, it increases costs as a new animal is brought into the breeding cycle. Also lameness causes discomfort, which increases stress and decreases productivity.  

To listen to the interview please click here: New Tools Under Development for Early Detection of Lameness