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Optimising Calf Health: Its all in the detail
26th January 2022
Calf health and management has changed dramatically over the last 10 years, with the benefits of optimising calf performance well known as being vital to the future productivity and profitability of the herd. The increased investment
in calves both in resources and time, makes it even more frustrating when things go wrong. Calves are highly sensitive to change and inconsistency, and performance can easily be derailed!
24th January 2022
During the winter months when temperatures are below 15°C, a cold calf strategy to ensure performance is supported should be considered. This is due to the fact the calf needs to use more energy to maintain body temperature and support bodily function in temperatures below 15°C. If the increased energy requirement is not met, we risk decreased growth rates as well as the potential for a compromised immune system.
Read MorePrioritising quality nutrition in early life will optimise lamb performance
20th January 2022
Following colostrum feeding the choice of a lamb milk replacer for artificially reared lambs is an important consideration. A digestible, carefully formulated milk replacer can help lambs to achieve their full growth potential and to develop into strong, robust lambs which continue to perform. Article by Georgina Thomas at Trouw Nutrition.
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