Come weaning time, there’s a seemingly never-ending house of horrors awaiting young calves. But rather than ghosts and goblins, weaned calves face frightening new surroundings. This can include unfamiliar feed, new water sources, exposure to different cattle and harmful pathogens, and increased stress. Without proper care, sending a recently weaned calf into the next segment of the cattle industry is like sending a toddler into a haunted house alone.

What do both excellent cattle productivity and health ladder up to? Excellent nutrition. A general understanding of nutrition can help you achieve your operation’s marketing and performance goals.