A nutritional company attracted 350 farmers, researchers, vets, and feed advisors to its calf rearing roadshow.

Once colostrum feeding is complete, a consistent milk feeding routine should be established. Calves should be fed 10-15% of ...

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 ...

Dairy calves must be fed appropriately to meet their nutritional needs, supporting optimal growth and development to achieve the recommended target age at first calving (AFC) of 24 months. Traditional ...

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 contrast, in artificial rearing systems ...

Dr. Bob James, a dairy consultant and owner of Down Home Heifer Solutions, Blacksburg, VA (Former Extension Scientist at Virginia Tech) specializes in calf health and nutrition and works with many ...

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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 ...