Top tips for automated milk feeding calves

Jason Short, northern business manager for Volac, runs through some of the key benefits of using automated milk feeders for calf rearing.

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Top tips for automated milk feeding calves

Jason Short, northern business manager for Volac, runs through some of the key benefits of using automated milk feeders for calf rearing. 1. Saves time: Less time is needed to feed calves as the...

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