Displaying items by tag: calving
Top tips for smart calf rearing
Trial shows value of probiotics
Calves gain more weight in less time with probiotics included in their diet, a trial conducted by Agrifert has found.
A mate to protect stock this calving
Calving is stressful and tiring for farmers and sick cows are the last thing anyone would want, says Southern Humates.
Protein deficiency in cows common in early lactation
Combatting protein deficiency is important in lactating cows, explains Greg Jarratt, vet and director of Matamata Veterinary Services.
‘The General’ stamps her authority
A 13-year-old Holstein Friesian dairy cow from Otago has been named the 2020 Valden Cow of the Year.
Prime conditions for mating
You've worked hard to get your cows in great condition for calving. Next, it’s time to make sure they stay on track for mating.
Buying or selling calves this month?
Proper nutrition pre-calving boosts yield
Zero bobby calves
The versatility of Holstein Friesians is being credited with allowing a young South Canterbury couple to produce zero bobby calves.
Colostrum bag gives calves a great start
A Cambridge company has unveiled another innovation that helps farmers set calves up for a lifetime of good health, fertility and production.