Post weaning management key for healthy calf growth

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Straw is vital source of fibre for weaned calves.
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Straw is vital source of fibre for weaned calves.

The pre-weaning phase is crucial for building a solid foundation for a calf's growth, whether dairy or beef, but all the hard work can be undone during the next critical stage - post-weaning. The shift...

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