Helping calves build immunity quickly from the moment they are born goes far beyond the “colostrum story”, according to consultant vet Tommy Heffernan. While the role of nature’s “liquid gold” has ...

The industry must develop a new blueprint for colostrum and transition milk feeding that aligns vets and nutritionists to give calf rearers clarity on early-life nutrition. The industry standard has ...

SIOUX CENTER, Iowa — Extension dairy specialist Jennifer Bentley discussed automatic calf feeding systems during recent Dairy Days in Sioux Center and Spencer. Bentley talked about the pros and cons ...

During the early stages of life, calves are highly susceptible to gastrointestinal infections and diseases, making the development of a balanced gut microbiota essential for their health. Diet plays a ...

New research has shown calves' ability to focus and learn are seriously affected when their milk allowance is suddenly reduced, and they may experience negative feelings of hunger. The study is ...

The tiny calf called Womble is being bottle-fed warm milk throughout the night to help him grow after his mother produce ...

Philadelphia, January 24, 2022 – In a natural setting, cows and nursing calves together set the feeding schedule for the calf, and calves wean gradually, completing weaning at varying ages. By ...