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The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Clara Rial: Automated Monitoring Tools in Dairies | Ep. 21

the dairy health blackbelt podcast Nov 05, 2025

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Clara Rial, currently managing the rearing section of a commercial dairy farm in Spain, explains how precision technologies are reshaping dairy cattle health. She shares findings from her work on activity monitoring systems, discussing their value for early disease detection, clinical examination strategies, and practical applications on commercial dairies. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

  • Sensor-based monitoring
  • Early disease detection
  • Cow behavior patterns
  • Data-driven decisions
  • Practical farm use

 

Meet the guest:

Dr. Clara Rial, originally from Argentina, is a veterinarian and researcher specializing in animal health and precision livestock technologies. With a PhD from Cornell University, her work has focused on automated monitoring systems for dairy cattle health and reproduction. Currently, she manages a calf-rearing operation in Spain, utilizing modern tools. 

 

Hear more from Dr. Clara Rial on The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn