Articles Tagged with ''colostrum feeding''
Feeding and raising beef-on-dairy calves is a different ball game than feeding traditional beef cattle. Here are some factors to consider when entering this part of the market.
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Colostrum: A powerhouse nutraceutical for older calves
Studies show that feeding calves colostrum beyond day one can have a positive impact on calf health, reducing disease duration and prevalence and calf mortality.
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Enhancing calf wellness: A comprehensive approach
Establishing pathways to productivity, embracing early intervention, seamless weaning and housing solutions and maximizing the benefits of milk nutrition are key to raising healthy, productive replacement heifers.
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Can your calves pass these tests?
While every operation is different, key tests and measurements can indicate a farm’s ability to raise calves well. These include passive transfer, feeding hygiene, housing cleanliness and comfort, and a calf’s growth rate and health markers.
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The hidden enemy: How oxidative stress impacts dairy calves and what you can do
Awareness of how common calf management practices can induce oxidative stress is the first step in managing for it.
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Calf scours prevention begins before birth
Twelve years ago, researchers estimated that a case of scours cost $56 per head, but that number is likely significantly lower than it should be. To minimize this, farms should focus on genetics, dry cow management, colostrum and transition milk.
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Counter the complexity of scours with a focused effort
While scours is a complex issue, a focused effort to provide calves with adequate antibodies, a clean environment and minimal exposure to older animals can greatly decrease a calf’s chances of falling victim to scours.
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Productive life starts with calves
Early life heavily impacts a calf’s future productivity. Focusing on good colostrum, proper nutrition and facility management is essential for building a profitable future.
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The battle of bottle teats
Udder quality is a trait most cattlemen focus on. It is known that “bad bags,” or poor-quality udders, will cause havoc during calving season. But are those less-than-perfect udders more than just an eyesore? Does a bad quarter or big teat cause performance issues with calves?
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Colostrum: The ‘superfood’ for calves
Colostrum is packed with antibodies and proteins and includes energy and vitamins necessary for the future health and productivity of the calf, but it must be ingested within 12 hours of birth to be effective.
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