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We work closely alongside farmers, veterinarians and scientists to constantly expand our knowledge, which we are then happy to share with you.

Categories: Colostrum, Diarrhea, Housing, Hygiene, Milk powder, Respiratory health

23/01/2023 | Colostrum, Diarrhea, Respiratory health

The first colostrum: plenty, quickly, often, fresh and supplemented in case of emergency

A calf is born with no antibodies against disease. It is therefore of life-saving importance that the calf be given as much colostrum as possible, as quickly as possible.

06/09/2022 | Hygiene

A few extra hygiene tips

The extent with which hygiene rules are followed varies from farmer to farmer. However, the key is to make certain actions a habit, which you then consistently stick to.

02/08/2022 | Housing, Hygiene

It is important that the calf pen remains clean and dry. It appears very obvious but if calves become damp, even if it only affects their legs and lower belly, they quickly feel cold and run a greater risk of airway problems and diarrhea.

18/07/2022 | Housing, Hygiene

Cleaning and disinfecting calf accommodation in six steps

A hygienic work approach prevents problems and eventually saves time. Time the livestock farmer spends cleaning and disinfecting pens and equipment is repaid with problem-free rearing. All-round the best outcome!

03/06/2022 | Diarrhea

Wilbert Swinkels, ‘a single splash of manure can be enough to infect a calf’

03/06/2022 | Housing

Individual pen: ‘incubator’ for calves

04/05/2022 | Diarrhea

Veterinarian Jens van Rijssel: ‘Improving resistance and reducing infection load’

04/05/2022

Meet the team: R&D Young Ruminants specialist Mariëlle Westerveld

04/05/2022 | Colostrum

Colostrum, without bacteria, please

19/04/2022 | Hygiene

Hygiene: rest, cleanliness and regularity

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