HEALTH • HUSBANDRY • NUTRITION
PREPARATION IS KEY
The calving season is a very busy time period for on farm. Taking the time to plan is crucial for long term success of your calves.
PRE CALVING CHECK LIST 9 Calving pens – clean & disinfected. One roomy calving pen (min 16.8m2) with good lighting per 10 cows 9 Calving gate securely fitted 9 Calving jack in good working order 9 2 sets of clean calving ropes 9 Lubricant, arm length gloves, latex gloves 9 Access to warm water, buckets, disinfectant
CALVING • • •
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Calving is a high risk time for both cow and calf. To minimise physical trauma as a result of a difficult calving, the following should be taken into consideration;
A clean calving environment plays an important role in reducing losses due to calf scour and navel ill. Supervise the cow when calving, intervene only if she is not progressing normally. If the calf is not born two hours after the water bag or calf’s hooves appear, examine the birth canal and calf with a gloved hand.
POST -CALVING
9 2 stomach tubes (one for colostrum feeding and one for sick calf electrolytes), feeding bottle, iodine navel dip 9 Electrolytes, thermometer, calf jacket or infra-red lamp 9 Check calving cameras and calving sensors 9 A white board to record important cow and calf health information
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If you’re not sure you can get the calf out alive, call the vet early to avoid injuries to the calf and cow. Be careful not to pull the jack downwards too acutely before the calf’s chest comes out when assisting the calving, as this can cause fractured ribs.
A number of health issues in the days and weeks after calving can have a costly impact on productivity. Several immediate actions that can be taken to help alleviate and prevent health issues including;
Immediately after calving, cows must have access to clean drinking water and the lactating cow diet to maximise dry matter intake and energy input. Allow adequate feeding space to avoid competition between cows.
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Be vigilant with cows to identify and react to issues such as milk fever, retained placenta and Ketotis. Always consult your Vet before taking further action.
SAVE UP TO
10%
SAVE
TEAT
15%
1. BLACK MILKBAR TEAT
€3.65 WAS €4.15 €3.95 WAS €4.25 €3.95 WAS €4.25
9002509
2. PINK SCREW IN PEACH TEAT
LECTADE PLUS PER SACHET • Suitable for calves
9056579
3. BLACK PEACH TEAT - PULL THROUGH 9037947
• Zero meat, offal and milk withdrawal • Water soluble
€2.20 WAS €2.60
9025161
SAVE
SAVE
14%
17% MILKY 4L CALF DRENCHER WITH TEAT & PROBE • 3-stage valve for adjustment of the drinking speed
YMCP 500GR SACHET (20 SACHET = 10KG BUCKET)
• Easy to clean due to large bottle opening
• Complementary dietic supplement to aid the recovery of freshly calved dairy cows
• Teat with integrated flap valve for easy drinking
• Improves lactation performance
€24 WAS €29
9107315
€6 WAS €7
9056381
SAVE
SAVE
20%
15%
RITCHEY STOMACH TUBE • Ideal for administering fluid to calves • Clear bag with granulated markings and easy to use • Round smooth end is designed to prevent tracheal introduction
€22 WAS €27.50
9056578
Offers available from 04.01.2021 – 28.02.2021
HEAVY DUTY FLAT PAIR OF CALVING JACK ROPES • Set of spare calving jack ropes • Heavy duty flat type • Reduces rope burn and stress on calf ‘s leg
€8.50 WAS €9.95
9057021
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CALF FEEDERS
JFC 10 Unit Teat Calf Feeder
€145 WAS €163
9002462
MILKBAR FREESTANDING 20 TEAT FEEDER
€265 WAS €299
€149 WAS €168
9002518
MILKFLO 10 COMPARTMENT PEACH TEAT FEEDER 9002529
MILKFLO FLAT BOT 15 TEAT CALF FEEDER
€269 WAS €299
MILKBAR 10 COMPARTMENT TEAT FEEDER
MILKBAR 10 Teat Feeder
9066668
€235 WAS €269
9044631
9002533
€159 WAS €179
€280 WAS €324
22%
RITCHEY SUPER LUBE
BUCKETS • Produced from high quality plastic • Fitted with strong metal handle
• Ideal as an aid for animal birthing process • This gel is ideal for use with cattle, horses and sheep 1L
• Suitable for various applications 9003636
2.5L
2 GAL GREEN
9002534
SAVE UP TO
19%
1.2 GAL LIGHT BLUE
9065303
MILKFLO 12 PEACH TEAT COMPARTMENT FEEDER
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€6 WAS €7.25 €4 WAS €4.95
9002522
10 TEAT COMPARTMENT CALF FEEDER
MILKFLO 6 COMPARTMENT TEAT FEEDER
€160 WAS €197
€185 WAS €215
9003632
Offers available from 04.01.2021 – 28.02.2021
€4.50 WAS €5.75 €6.50 WAS €8.25
9001020
9026023
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