Why do calves develop pot-bellies?
A big stomach (or enlarged abdomen) in calves can be due to various factors, some of which are normal and others that may indicate health issues. Here are some common reasons and their potential effects:
Understanding Milk Fever and Lameness Before Calving in Dairy Cows
Milk fever and lameness are two significant health issues in dairy cows, especially around the time of calving. Though they may seem similar due to some overlapping symptoms, they have distinct causes and require different treatments. This article will explain these conditions, highlighting their differences, causes, symptoms, and potential solutions.
Understanding the Dutch Dairy Miracle: Why the Netherlands Outperforms Kenya and Nigeria in Milk Production
Netherlands stands out as a small yet powerful giant. Despite having a cattle population of just 3.8 million in 2022, the Netherlands produced an astonishing 14.5 billion liters of milk
How to manage a Dry Cow
A cow or heifer during the last 8 weeks of pregnancy is referred to as a Dry Cow. Feeding your incalf animal at this stage is critical.
Feeding a dairy calf from birth to 12 months of age
Feeding is fundamental in establishment of a strong foundation for a profitable dairy herd. We have to start with the basics
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The danger of using DCP on your incalf heifer or cow
We highly discourage use of high Calcium minerals on heifers and cows at advanced stages of pregnancy. High calcium mineral sources should be limited when the animal is 7 Months incalf.
How housing affects a calf’s growth
A thriving dairy herd is founded on a strong foundation. This involves proper rearing of dairy calves.
How To Get More Milk From A Transition Cow
A transition cow is that cow that just calved down. She moves from the incalf state to being milked. There are many changes that are associated with the transition
Key factors to consider in young heifer management
Provide high quality supplements that mimic and have same quality as milk in order to enhance her growth;