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The calf rearing basics that will pay you back for five lactations

To get heifers to the optimum size and stature to calve easily at 24 months, consistent daily growth rates and remaining disease-free are important, says Dr Emma Bleach, of Harper Adams University

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Research suggests it costs about 拢2.50/day on average to rear heifers.
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Research suggests it costs about 拢2.50/day on average to rear heifers.

At the inaugural Total Calf event series, organised by Bonanza Calf Nutrition, calf rearers heard the latest advice on optimising calf performance, health and wellbeing. The importance of building the...

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