The recent increase in dairy replacement stock values along with research which has highlighted that calf and heifer rearing are costing a lot more than farmers realise has led to greater emphasis on calf rearing on many units.

Indeed it’s calf-rearing technologies that have stepped into the limelight lately, but let’s not forget the fundamental principles. Good husbandry and stockmanship are crucial for successful calf rearing. And greater demands are being placed on developing successful calf rearing enterprises that can be managed with best use of labour resources.

A calf’s first 12 weeks of life are crucial to its future success in the dairy herd. Not only are feed conversion rates at their peak, but we are also setting this animal on its path for life. We have now entered an economic climate where many producers are looking at the cost effectiveness, the consistent quality and the possible disease benefits of calf milk replacers (CMR) compared to whole milk for rearing calves. Importantly, now is probably the best time to start using CMR particularly for heifer replacements.

In response to this Thompsons has great news. It is supplying a range of calf milk replacers that will satisfy the requirements of any producer who wants to give their calves the best possible start in life.

Calf Milk Replacers Available from Thompsons

Bonanza Calf – “Shine”

Trouw Nutrition – “Denkavit”

Calf feed range includes rations such as; Calf Pride Weaner Cudlets, Calf Pride Weaner Mix, Calf Pride Rearing Nuts/Mix.

The above CMR ranges are now available from John Thompson & Sons. Contact your local Thompsons representative about them, or with any other general enquiries, on 028 9035 1321.