Displaying items by tag: calving
Antibodies the key to fighting disease in newborns
In a three-part series, veterinarian Olivia Sutton, of Vetlife Oamaru, looks at optimising future heifers during calf rearing. In this second article, she looks at Failure of Passive Transfer (FPT).
Raising calves to full potential
In a three-part series, veterinarian Olivia Sutton, Vetlife Omaru, looks at optimising future heifers with calf rearing.
Safety around cows
Cows can be very protective of their calves and see people as a threat.
Fill your calving paperwork – OSPRI
Dairy farmers and lifestyle farmers rearing calves must do all their paperwork, says OSPRI.
Weight, meal intake key to weaning
Weaning based on calf weight and meal intake will help calves develop into healthy heifers, says DairyNZ.
Benefits of preferential treatment
In seasonally calving herds all heifers are expected to be fertile and mated at the same time, but their birth dates typically span four-six weeks.
Good calving conditions for Lower North Island
Conditions look promising for the start of calving in the Lower North Island.
Start calves well for a healthy life
To set up a dairy cow for a long, productive life you must give her the best possible start. Extra effort now will pay dividends throughout her milking life.
Knowing labour signs will raise your score
Knowing the signs and stages of labour, how to calf a cow and the immediate care needed after calving, will increase the number of successful births.
Protect calves from Mycoplasma bovis
Follow these tips and advice to reduce the risk of your calves contracting Mycoplasma bovis this season.
