VIDEO 4
‘The nestling effect’
Calf bedding and pen space
Over the past few years, much of our focus has been on cow accommodation, sometimes forgetting about the calves. Converting old sheds into calf rearing facilities is a great quick fix but may not always fit the needs of the calf. Pen space is important to consider from the perspective of management, feeding and to allow space for the animal to grow. In this video, the pair discuss some key points when it comes to managing the bedding, red flags to watch out for and some simple calculations to ensure you have the optimal amount of space for each calf.
CONTENTS
1 ‘Cut the crap’ – Reducing the risk of calf scour and dealing with outbreaks
2 ‘The liquid gold’ – Colostrum feeding & management for the new-born calf
3 ‘Do you feel a draft?’ – Calf shed ventilation
4 ‘The nestling effect’ – Calf bedding and pen space
5 ‘More than just a wall or a floor’ – Calf shed design
6 ‘Did I just hear a cough?’ – Considerations when managing pneumonia
7′ The coccidia balance’ – Understanding coccidiosis and methods to control it
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ALL STEPS
1 ‘Cut the crap’ – Reducing the risk of calf scour and dealing with outbreaks
2 ‘The liquid gold’ – Colostrum feeding & management for the new-born calf
3 ‘Do you feel a draft?’ – Calf shed ventilation
4 ‘The nestling effect’ – Calf bedding and pen space
5 ‘More than just a wall or a floor’ – Calf shed design
6 ‘Did I just hear a cough?’ – Considerations when managing pneumonia
7′ The coccidia balance’ – Understanding coccidiosis and methods to control it