A healthy start begins with good immunity

20-10-2016 | General | Article

Adding RFCs to the calf's milk or milk replacer from birth, and throughout the animal's life cycle, can help improve immune function by providing a defense mechanism for pathogenic bacteria the animal is exposed to during its life. Photo: Emmy Koeleman

No matter where a farm is located, its size or housing facilities used, all dairies have one thing in common: replacement heifers represent future success. Therefore, getting these animals off to a good start and keeping them healthy must be a priority. Raising high-quality heifers doesn’t happen by accident. Progressive dairy producers and their advisors spend a lot of time and attention developing cost-effective health and management protocols, training employees, exploring technological ad

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