Calf rearing refers to the period between birth to 12 weeks, which includes critical health management, feeding, housing, and general husbandry. A successful calf-rearing journey begins as soon as a calf is born, and if not done well, it can pose adverse health issues to the newborn calf.
Farmers can achieve a successful calf-rearing period by implementing these five crucial tips. Calf rearing can be challenging sometimes, so you should engage professionals whenever you get stuck. Even better, you can constantly expand your knowledge and skills in calf rearing by connecting with other farmers, attending livestock exhibitions and subscribing to online courses.
Research shows a 50% mortality rate in the first 24 hours and a 60% within a week due to poor calf rearing. Let’s learn various calf-rearing tips to help cut down the numbers.
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