Advancing your calf and heifer program
Calves and water: Why offering water from day one is essential for proper health and development
Since water is essential for digestion and nutrient absorption, it should be offered free choice, beginning day one when calves are moved to hutches or other housing.
Transitioning calves starts on day one
A common goal of any dairy farmer is to grow healthy calves that can express their full genetic potential in the parlor. But, for all calves to become high-producing cows, they must have a successful transition from a milk-based diet to a grain and forage-based diet.
Know your options for pain management for calves
The standards for pain mitigation in calves undergoing disbudding, castration, extra teat removal, and branding have been identified in the proposed National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program 4.0.
Feed only the ones you need.
Feeding too many heifers can drain profits. But, how many is too many for your dairy? When should they calve? Click on the download button below to help you find your sweet spot.
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