Nutrition Notes

Calves need free-choice water

05/17/2012 6:24:07 AM

A Purdue Dairy Digest podcast discusses the importance of providing free-choice water to calves. ... Full story.

The latest on heat-treating colostrum

05/11/2012 10:43:25 AM

Researchers at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine have proven that colostrum can be heat-treated with successful outcomes in a university research setting, but can the practice be applied with equal success on commercial dairy farms? That question was addressed in the team’s most recently published work in the Journal of Dairy Science. ... Full story.

Feed delivery methods studied

05/11/2012 10:40:18 AM

Well-balanced rations are important for heifer growth and development. But a group of Purdue University researchers conclude that how the nutrients are delivered also can influence dry-matter intake, weight gain and feed efficiency. ... Full story.

Preparation key to post-weaning slump

05/11/2012 10:38:53 AM

Weaning is a stressful time for calves. But pre-weaning nutritional adjustments can help ease the transition for young calves. ... Full story.

Watch grazing systems closely

05/10/2012 6:16:05 AM

Management is critical to effectively manage early-season forage growth. ... Full story.

Exploring calf auto feeders

05/08/2012 2:16:36 PM

Here are some advantages and challenges of auto feeders, as well as some questions to consider before using the technology. ... Full story.

Storing large round bales

05/07/2012 9:06:57 PM

Research has shown that storage losses in large round bales stored outside and unprotected can be far greater than hay producers realize. ... Full story.

Advice for weaning calves from automatic feeders

05/03/2012 3:55:50 PM

A gradual process can help calves prepare for weaning. Here's a look at what some farms are doing. ... Full story.

Preparation key to skip weaning slump

04/17/2012 11:17:18 AM

New research is showing there are steps that dairy producers can take to better prepare their calves and possibly even skip the post-weaning growth slump altogether. ... Full story.

Podcast discusses auto feeders for calves

04/16/2012 6:04:15 AM

Learn about some of the advantages and disadvantages of using automatic feeders for calves in this new podcast. ... Full story.

Promote calf starter intake

04/10/2012 9:26:06 PM

Calf starter supplements the energy and protein provided by milk replacer and supports rumen development. Here are some insights on calf starter intake and growth standards. ... Full story.

What drives calf growth?

04/06/2012 10:26:21 AM

Calf management expert Jim Quigley, PhD, reviews a recently published academic paper on the intricacies of calf growth, and the nutritional factors that affect the process. ... Full story.

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