Increased gain in calves provides higher milk yield
The important thing is to decide what is best for the calves when it comes to milk feeding. Should the calf be fed with milk replacer or non-saleable and discard milk? After the calf has received a considerable amount of high quality colostrum with at least 2+.litres in the first 24 hours, it must be followed up with good quality milk. Raw milk consisting of non-saleable and discard milk is given to large calves. The newborn calves – not having a fully developed immune system yet –
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