Episode 31 - Calf Management

Managing calves to allow them to reach their genetic potential begins at birth. Feeding colostrum up to four days before switching to a milk replacer, understanding calf nutrient requirements and managing human factors are all partof good calf management. The goal is to double body weight between birth to weaning at 56 days of age. Calves have a high efficiency of gainso managers need to optimize nutrition and strive for high average daily gains.