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body condition scoring

  1. Cow in field

    Why BCS?

    Information about body condition scoring in New Zealand and the importance of cow condition.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/why-bcs/

  2. How to BCS

    Find out how to body condition score a cow using a "hands on" method, and what to look for when you condition score cows.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/how-to-bcs/

  3. Body Condition Scoring

    Information about Body Condition Scoring (BCS) including how-to guides, videos, and the certified assessors list.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/

  4. Keith Christensen, left, and Tim Wilson.

    Body condition assessment helps make seasonal leap

    Tim Wilson made the jump two seasons ago from winter milking to seasonal supply, and admits he now enjoys time away from milking and having a few weeks out of the dairy to catch up on other jobs.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/body-condition-assessment-helps-make-seasonal-leap/

  5. DairyNZ debunks mammary memory myth

    DairyNZ developer Jane Kay says the term ‘mammary memory’ is being bandied around the industry causing farmers to question their drying off decisions and continue milking when this might not be the best option.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/dairynz-debunks-mammary-memory-myth/

  6. BCS Assessor Certification programme changes.

    Find out about changes to the programme for 2017 and what that means to you.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/assessor-certification-programme/bcs-assessor-programme-changes-2017/

  7. BCS Programme Events

    Become a Certified Body Condition Score Assessor and offer skilled, independent and consistent assessments meeting industry standards to your clients.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/assessor-certification-programme/body-condition-score-programme-events/

  8. BCS Training Events

    BCS training is open to all but is recommended prior to assessment. It will guide you through theory and practical hands-on learning.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/assessor-certification-programme/body-condition-score-programme-events/bcs-training-events/

  9. BCS Assessment Events

    The BCS competency assessment determines your ability to accurately and consistently body condition score.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/assessor-certification-programme/body-condition-score-programme-events/bcs-assessment-events/

  10. BCS Calibration Events

    Attend a BCS calibration event within 12 months of your assessment to maintain your certified status.

    https://www.dairynz.co.nz/animal/body-condition-scoring/assessor-certification-programme/body-condition-score-programme-events/bcs-calibration-events/