The livestock industry is changing. Margins are tightening. Expectations are rising. Herd sizes are growing, and public scrutiny over animal welfare is no longer just background noise, it is a force shaping policy, consumer demand, and operational standards.
Hoof health sits at the center of that change. Not just as a maintenance concern, but as a defining factor in productivity, longevity, and profitability. Lameness does not begin with a crisis. It begins with oversight. A delay. A missed sign. And before long, the cost is no longer just measured in vet bills, it shows up in lost yields, compromised fertility, and avoidable culls.
A Fresh Mandate for Hoof Health in 2025
From August 20 through August 23, The Hoof Health Conference returns to Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This annual event brings together the most forward-thinking professionals in hoof care, from trimmers and veterinarians to product developers, researchers, and herd managers.
The value of the conference goes beyond its speaker sessions or vendor booths. It lies in its ability to create community. To build dialogue. To give working professionals a chance to share challenges, study outcomes, compare tools, and walk away with new strategies that actually translate to better herd health.
At its core, the conference is a reflection of the growing seriousness around hoof care. This is no longer a side conversation at a dairy expo. It is the main stage. And Trim Tec is proud to be part of that.
Trim Tec Returns to the Trade Show Floor
We are not showing up to this conference just to shake hands. We are here to lead. At the 2025 trade show, Trim Tec will be on the ground with new tools, fresh insights, and an open invitation to experience firsthand what precision hoof trimming should look like.
This year, we are unveiling two brand-new trimming wheels. One in aluminum. One in titanium. Both built to outperform anything that came before them. These are not just lighter or sharper, they are engineered for better balance, smoother operation, and longer service life under demanding conditions.
More importantly, we will be demoing these wheels live at our booth. You will get a chance to feel the difference, see the build quality, and speak directly with the people behind the design. These conversations matter. Because hoof care is personal. Every herd is different. Every trim brings its own challenges. Our tools need to meet you where you are, not the other way around.
The Hoof Tracker App Is Now Officially Live
Hardware is only half the equation. That is why we built the Hoof Tracker App; a software solution created specifically for professional hoof trimmers and herd health managers who want better records, clearer insights, and more control over their workflow.
The app lets users log cows by ID, assign pens, map hoof issues visually, record treatments, and upload photos or notes. Every entry becomes part of a living health record that tells a full story, not just a snapshot in time.
What sets it apart is not just the data it captures, but how that data is used. You can schedule rechecks. Set alerts. Pull reports to see how many animals in a herd are presenting similar issues. Identify patterns before they escalate. And yes, it integrates with the Allflex LPR RFID reader, so identification becomes as simple as a scan.
At $40 per month, the app brings structure to the chaos. It replaces clipboards and guesswork with clarity and consistency. Whether you are managing one herd or five, the Hoof Tracker becomes your second set of eyes and your first line of prevention.
The Future of Trimming Is Connected
There was a time when hoof trimming was seen as just a task. A chore on the checklist. Something to get done. That time is over. Hoof trimming, today, is data. It is diagnostics. It is proactive herd health management at the ground level.
At Trim Tec, we do not build tools for the sake of novelty. We build solutions to real-world problems. The feedback we receive from the field drives how we design, refine, and release our products. Whether it is a wheel or a workflow tool, our mission is to help professionals deliver consistent, high-quality care every single time they step into the chute.
Trimming wheels alone will not fix systemic issues. Neither will software by itself. But when both are built with purpose and used in tandem, they create a powerful edge. That edge means healthier animals. More productive herds. Less downtime. And greater peace of mind.
Come See Trim Tec in Action
If you are attending The Hoof Health Conference this August, make it a point to stop by the Trim Tec booth. This is your chance to try the new wheels, see the Hoof Tracker App in action, and meet the team behind the tools. Ask the hard questions. Bring your real-world problems. That is what we are here for.
We do not just want to sell a product. We want to be part of your system. Part of your solution. And part of the future of livestock care that values both performance and precision.
We will be in Lancaster. We hope to see you there.