Newborn calves are agammaglobulinemic and rely for their first immune protection almost
completely on the transfer of immune constituents via colostrum. Inadequate colostrum …

During the transition from the dry period to lactation the dairy cow undergoes a period of
physiological, metabolic and immunological change, and is at greater risk of develo** …

Simple Summary Research has indicated that dairy farms often do not feed calves according
to recommended best practice, despite legislation and industry advisory efforts. This study …

Introduction The transfer of immunoglobulins from the mother to newborns is widely
recognized as a critical event for safeguarding offspring against potentially life-threatening …

Replacement heifers are key to the future milking herd and farm economic efficiency but are
not always prioritised on dairy farms. Dairy enterprises are comprised of components which …

Simple Summary The scientific research literature indicates that calf health and welfare
could be improved on dairy farms globally. Preventing disease in calves or treating disease …

There needs to be an understanding of the reasons why key stakeholders engage in
disease control efforts if disease is to be successfully and sustainably controlled. It is …

This study assessed the impact of different calf rearing systems on calf health, behavior,
meat quality, and oxidative stability. The study involved two groups of bull calves …

During the transition period three weeks before and after calving the dairy cow is at greater
risk of develo** disease, to the detriment of welfare and production. An understanding of …

Simple Summary The objective of this review is to give the reader an overview of
interactions between immunity, growth and puberty in calves and highlight how these …