18 Questions
What is the primary goal of good calf management?
To ensure the best genetics are used as replacements
What is a critical aspect of calf health management?
Providing a healthy environment with good ventilation
What is the consequence of poor feeding practices in calf rearing?
Poor calf health and considerable financial losses
What is the importance of limited milk replacer use in calf management?
To promote rumen development
What is the role of record keeping in dairy cattle management?
To monitor all aspects of dairy cattle management
What is the critical period in the life cycle of dairy cattle?
Calf cycle - from birth to first lactation
What percentage of heifer calves should be alive at weaning age according to good calf health management?
Greater than 95%
What is the main cause of mechanical scours in newborn calves?
Overfeeding of milk replacer
Which of the following is a common bacterial agent of infectious scours?
Escherichia coli
What is the purpose of housing calves in separate hutches?
To reduce the transmission of infectious diseases
What is the second most common health problem in calves?
Pneumonia
What is essential for preventing the spread of infectious diseases in calf housing?
Good hygiene and dry bedding
What is the primary source of immunity for a calf?
Colostrum fed immediately after birth
Why is it essential to provide a clean and comfortable environment during calving?
To reduce the risk of disease transmission
What is the consequence of underfeeding a cow during her first lactation phase?
Loss of up to 200 liters of milk yield per lactation
How often should cows be separated from the rest of the herd before calving?
2-4 days
What is the recommended calving pen size for a single cow?
8-10 m2
Why is it important to avoid overfeeding cows in late lactation?
To prevent disturbances in the metabolic process
Test your knowledge on the management of dairy cattle through two cycles: calf cycle and cow cycle. Learn about the different stages of calf weaning, breeding, pregnancy, calving, and lactation.
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