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Target 10 Communicator

July 2011 Edition

New calf rearing guide

Australian dairy farmers will continue to stay on top of the changing world of calf rearing thanks to a new guide developed by Dairy Australia and Australian Dairy Farmers.

Rearing Healthy Calves – how to raise calves that thrive - covers all aspects of caring for calves from pre-calving right through to weaning. It will help farmers keep abreast of industry best practices and recent changes in livestock standards. 

Rearing Healthy Calves is a practical guide to the essential components required to rear strong, healthy calves and ensure sale calves are fit to be transported and residue-free. It will be distributed free of charge from the end of June to all dairy farmers, dairy vets and dairy industry advisors, and will also be available online at www.dairyaustralia.com.au

The guide is based on experience of leading dairy farmers, animal scientists and vets.  It includes clear and concise explanations, together with practical examples to help farmers see the concepts in action. It complements Dairy Australia’s Healthy Calves farmer workshops, and plans are underway for other industry service providers to provide further workshops across Australia to ensure all farmers have access to the latest information about good calf management.

For more information contact Dairy Australia Animal Health Manager Kathryn Davis on (03) 9694 3723.