Be one step ahead when it comes to calf health during the grazing season. The first thing to do is reflect on last year and plan how to best prevent any likely issues that might flare up again. Are there pneumonia or respiratory problems in your calves at grass? [...]

Early life nutrition is a key player in protecting the health status of young calves. Although turnout is largely dictated by weather and ground conditions, for calves it mostly happens in late spring. While grass is a cheap source of feed, it must be managed well if calves are to reap the benefits from it and avoid issues such as summer scour syndrome.