E232 Revolutionary Colostrum Protocol Adding $500 Per Heifer to Your Bottom Line

Discover how revolutionary colostrum feeding protocols could add $500 per heifer to your dairy operation's bottom line. In this episode, we explore cutting-edge research from the University of Guelph that challenges conventional wisdom about calf nutrition and reveals the untapped potential of transition milk.

Key Points Discussed

• Transition milk value: Second-milking colostrum contains 39.3 g/L of IgG—6.5 times higher than conventional milk
• Protocol options: Choose either 50% colostrum for days 2-3 or 10% colostrum for 14 days
• Disease management: Extended colostrum feeding serves both prevention and treatment roles
• Implementation simplicity: Requires just 5-10 minutes of daily preparation time
• Measurable r ...