Dr. Bas Schouten's Top Ten Calf Rearing Tips
Click the image below to watch the 13 minute video full of helpful tips and advice regarding calf rearing, alternatively select the relevant question to go straight to that chapter.
- What should I look for when I’m buying a healthy calf?
- What are the 'golden rules' for the housing of calves?
- Can you explain what Colostrum is and why it is so important?
- When should I start feeding a Calf Milk Replacer and How much does each calf require for adequate growth?
- What different kinds of Calf milk replacer's are there on the market?
- When can I start feeding calf meal?
- Why is calf meal important in calf rearing?
- When can I wean my calves off CMR?
- How do I prevent and if necessary treat scours in calves?
- What are some things I can look out for on a daily basis to ensure my calves are happy and healthy?
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