Calves & Heifers
Heifer replacement costs rank high on a dairy’s list of expenses. Developing a strategy based on the dairy’s goals can help balance heifer performance benefits with raising costs.
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Calf management – beef vs. dairy
Modern dairies and cow-calf operations may look extremely different, but should they? While many current practices are there for good reason, some might benefit from a reassessment.
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A veterinarian’s perspective on the safety of precalving scour vaccines
For years scours vaccines have been the gold standard for prevention. However, research shows that antibody products might now be a better option.
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Optimizing your colostrum bank
Having a properly managed colostrum bank and feeding program is key to calf health. How colostrum is frozen and thawed can be the difference between a healthy calf and a sick one.
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Adding IgY makes milk replacer better
Research is still limited, but IgYs from egg powder show promise as a gut building and immune boosting supplement.
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Four tips to help unlock the potential of beef-on-dairy
Beef-on-dairy can be a viable and useful option for increasing calf value. However, for maximum return, farms should provide quality care and strategize when they sell them.
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