~updated on August 12, 2017. What could be easier than mixing a bit of powder in water, right? If it were only that simple… When it comes to mixing milk replacer and feeding it to calves there are a surprising… Continue Reading
~With downloadable energy calculator. Energy intake becomes a big concern during cold weather. As environmental temperatures change so does a calf’s need for energy. The graph below shows how a calf’s body heat production relates to temperature changes in its… Continue Reading
~ updated Aug 9, 2017. Milk replacer feeding rates have received much attention over the past several years. Calves grow bigger in a shorter period of time mainly due to consumption of more milk or milk replacer. This changes the… Continue Reading
~ updated Jan 15, 2015. Most operations that feed waste milk to calves use milk extenders or supplements to enhance their supply of whole milk, at least periodically. Their waste milk supply could be limited or they may have a desired… Continue Reading
~ updated August 10, 2017. Bottle feeding vs. pail feeding of calves is always an interesting and sometimes passionate subject. There are advantages to either feeding system, and I have personally been in both camps. This article is based on research… Continue Reading
Well, that depends… Certainly there are formulation differences among manufacturers that contribute to differences in nipple life. For example, each brand of calf nipple has a hardness characteristic that affects its performance. Put simply, the softer the nipple, the easier… Continue Reading