Dairy Cattle Nutrition: Calf and Heifer Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
How is the calf weaned?
A
Fed first with colostrum
Then with replacement milk
Weaning diet
2
Q
Dry calves are usually separated from their mothers at birth and caged
True or False?
A
True
3
Q
How is the calf reared?
A
Fed on roughage
At 455 days (15 months) will be mature -> ready to be serviced and 9 months -> production
4
Q
What time frame is the calf weaned?
A
35 - 45 days
5
Q
What time frame is the calf reared?
A
420 days
