Monitor colostrum for healthy calves

摘要

Colostrum management is the linchpin to the success of any cattle producer, yet all too often quality can fall below standard. When this is the case, producers can be faced with an uphill struggle to maximise calf health. This was something realised by dairy farmer Rob Clapp, West Town House, Somerset, following an outbreak of cryptospirosis among his calves. "With a herd of 487 Holsteins, calving all year round, calf management is always high on the priorities list," says Mr Clapp.