What are pre and probiotics? Prebiotics Prebiotics are a blend of naturally occurring complex carbohydrates that regulate microbial balance and bind with pathogens. They regulate microbial balance by selectively feeding beneficial bacteria (probiotics) in the...
TYPICAL ANALYSIS Some raw materials used in calf milk replacement manufacture are from “out of specification” food grade products. Whole milk powder is subject to variations in manufacture. For example, protein has a variance range of between 24-28%. Fat...
Anticoccidials and calves Coccidiosis is the most prevalent disease in the New Zealand shed-reared calf. Signs of coccidiosis are diarrhoea (often bloody), loss of appetite and body weight, and in severe cases, death. Much of the damage done by coccidiosis occurs...
