Click here for a PDF version Introduction In December, 2003, the first case of BSE (bovine…
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Calf Note #091 – Probiotics in calf feeding programs
Click here for a PDF version Introduction Intestinal bacteria are an integral component of the intestinal…
Calf Note #090 – Iron binding antimicrobial proteins
Click here for a PDF version Introduction Iron is an essential nutrient for growth. However, free…
Calf Note #089 – Evaluating the Use of Antibiotic Alternatives
Click here for a PDF version Introduction The scientific literature and popular press are full of…
Calf Note #088 – Feeding calves for health – Introduction
Click here for a PDF version Introduction Calf disease – particularly diarrhea and respiratory disease –…
Calf Note #080 – Clostridium in young calves
Click here for PDF version Introduction. Abrupt death of apparently healthy young calves is troubling and…
Calf Note #074 – Colostrum & growth of calves
Click here for PDF version Introduction Colostrum has been a favorite topic for “Calf Notes”. The…
Calf Note #073 – Colostrum & Dry Cow Antibiotic Testing
Click here for PDF version Introduction Colostrum is often considered the “perfect food” for newborn calves. …
Calf Note #071 – NRC Energy Requirements for Calves fed Milk or Milk Replacer
Click here for PDF version Introduction All animals require energy – for maintaining their normal body…