New BVD ear punch PCR test available
July 2, 2021
LIC have launched a new test that means ear punching at disbudding is now possible
Previously calves had to be >35days to run the test however new technology means they can now be done with a ‘dry’ sample at any age.
We are able to offer this service at disbudding so ...
July 2021 - To Do List
July 2, 2021
This month's to do listGet stocked up for calvingConsider doing some pre-calving bloods to check your mineral supplementation is workingHave a pre-calving meeting with your team, make sure everyone is familiar with protocols for down cows, sick cows etcFind your refractomete...
Checking Colostrum Transfer in Calves
July 2, 2021
The effects of inadequate colostral transfer in calves are well documented. Calves that don’t get sufficient colostrum are more than 5 times more likely to die before weaning and 9 times more likely to become diseased compared to calves that do get sufficient colostrum.
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