Calf Note #26 – What is the Bovine Alliance on Management and Nutrition?

Click here for a PDF file Introduction The USDA initiated the National Animal Health Monitoring System…

Calf Note #25 – Bedding in Calf Hutches

Click here for a PDF Introduction. Hutches are widely used for housing the young dairy calf.…

Calf Note #24 – The Needle Versus the Shovel

Click here for a PDF file Introduction. We spend a lot of time discussing colostrum feeding…

Calf Note #23 – Soy Protein in Milk Replacers

Click here for a PDF file Introduction. Milk replacers are an excellent source of nutrition for…

Calf Note #22 – Using the Colostrometer to Measure Colostrum Quality

Click here for a PDF file Introduction Congratulations!  Your best cow has just given birth to…

Calf Note #21 – Feeding Scouring Calves

Click here for a PDF file Introduction. Scouring calves are a common occurrence on many dairy…

Calf Note #20 – Development of the Rumen Epithelium

Click here for a PDF file Introduction. The development of the rumen is critical to successful…

Calf Note #19 – Does Hay Develop the Rumen?

Click here for a PDF file Introduction. Preparing the calf for weaning means ensuring that it…

Calf Note #18 – Using colostral supplements

Click here for a PDF file Introduction Newborn calves are particularly prone to disease. Due to…