Calf Rearing

For specialist calf rearers and farmers rearing dairy replacements, this title offers practical guidance on proven modern practice as experienced in a variety of situations. Topics covered include the four main housed rearing systems - how they operate and how to choose between them; how to choose satisfactory designs for conversions or new housing and details of housing requirements for each system. Also covered are the general management of calves from birth to 12 weeks; the basics of calf physiology and nutrition; and how best to ensure calf health.