Knowledge base

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
| Milk powder

Kalvolac versus cow’s milk. Myths and facts

Many stories circulate about feeding Kalvolac, calf milk replacer instead of cow’s milk. Let’s review the myths and the facts!

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| Milk powder

Ready to feed Kalvolac? Read here how to prepare and dose it!

Optimal calf rearing starts with colostrum, followed by the right feeding of a premium calf milk replacer, access to fresh water and concentrate as well as a good housing and hygiene.

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| Diarrhea, Milk powder, Respiratory health

Roughage & Concentrates: For a strong rumen development

We all know that cows are ruminants. However, a newborn calf (pre-ruminant) acts like a monogastric animal. The milk bypasses the rumen and flows directly into the abomasum by the esophageal groove reflex. So if you want your calves to become strong and high milk producing heifers, it is of high importance that the rumen starts developing as soon as possible, without limiting the energy intake in the first weeks of life! This is the challenge!

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| Colostrum, Housing, Milk powder

Practical tips for nutritional experts in calf rearing

Watch the videos of two young stock specialist to learn more on supporting calves during warm periods and prevent diarrhea in calves.

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| Colostrum, Milk powder

Feeding management is the basis for a healthy calf

A good start is half the work. This saying certainly applies to the newborn calves. The right strategy for colostrum management, the milk period and weaning ensures that young calves have a solid foundation for a long and productive life. Here 2 tips from our youngstock specialist Coco Bruyere.

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Feeding management: 2 NEW tips from our rearing expert

You may have read in the previous Kalvonews, that colostrum management, and the milk and weaning period are critical for a long and productive life. Here another 2 tips from our youngstock specialist Coco Bruyere. This time about how to prevent bloat and how to prevent a weaning dip.

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| Colostrum, Diarrhea, Housing, Hygiene, Milk powder, Respiratory health

Calf Nutrition (videos)

Find out more on feeding schedules and the importance of feeding your calves with concentrate and roughage.

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| Milk powder

Calf milk replacers and proteins

When it comes to calf milk replacers, the choice is huge. Nina Hennes, our research specialist, is convinced that each farmer needs to understand the quality differences of the powders to achieve optimal calf rearing. An essential nutrient for calves is protein. In this edition she answers the question: “Which source of protein is most suitable to feed to your calves?”

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Why is lactose so important in calf nutrition?

Lactose is a disaccharide (sugar). Lactose is only present in milk and is composed of glucose and galactose. Mammals feed their offspring milk and young animals have the capability to digest milk directly after birth. On the other hand, newborn animals are not able to digest larger sugar chains (polysaccharides) such as starch. This is mainly due to a lack of digestive enzymes.

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| Colostrum, Housing

A good dry period for the cow is the best start for your calf

Proper rearing of calves starts with a good dry period management of the cow. This is, after all, the basis of qualitatively and quantitatively good colostrum. But what is the definition of a good dry period?

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The best start for a better future

Dairy farmers worldwide are challenged to work to increasing efficiency. In creating a profitable farm, a healthy and productive herd makes all the difference.

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Nutrifeed

We guarantee high-quality young stock feeds combined with excellent nutritional knowledge. In addition to Kalvolac calf milk powders, we also offer ­specialist products for pigs, young goats and lambs. For more information, visit our Animal Nutrition pages.