Evidence-based practical guidance for dairy calf health, immunity, and performance  Inside this guide: ✔ Colostrum protocols✔ Transition milk research✔ Feeding schedules✔ Hygiene SOPs✔ Passive transfer monitoring✔ Practical calf health recommendations 1. Why Colostrum Matters Calves are born with little or no immunity and depend entirely on colostrum for passive transfer of antibodies. Good colostrum management […]

Effective dry cow management is vital for cow and calf health. Balanced nutrition, correct minerals, low stress housing and heat control support immunity, colostrum quality and calving ease. Research shows poor management reduces calf immunity, growth and health.

Thorough calving preparation, from dry cow nutrition to clean facilities and clear calf protocols, reduces stress, improves calf health and supports better performance at calving.