Is your calf program due for a rethink? After decades of individual housing and restricted milk feeding, dairy consultant Robert James challenges the status quo. He explores the benefits of group housing, automated feeders, and data-driven management — all aimed at improving calf health, labor efficiency, and long-term performance. Discover why now might be the time for change.
Small daily actions can have a big impact. Learn how to build an effective monitoring routine using your calf autofeeder system. This week’s tip focuses on health checks, data interpretation, and maximizing the value of your technology—one step at a time.
Summer heat can be just as challenging for calves as winter cold. This article explores how rising temperatures affect calf feeding behavior, nutrition, and facility conditions—and offers practical solutions to help you maintain intake, ensure diet quality, and support both calves and caretakers during hot weather.