Fortifying cow’s milk
Reliance Calf Milk Replacer
Using calf milk replacer
Tip when using whey powder
Calf milk powders can be used to fortify whole cow’s milk, which can be an effective way to increase the protein content of whole milk, reduce the fat content and add in vitamins and minerals that are often lacking in whole milk.
When fortifying with a whey based calf milk replacer, do not add more than 250 grams of the whey powder to 4 litres of milk, as this can interfere with curding in the abomasum.
Reliance Calf Milk Replacer is a milk powder blend providing excellent calf response to the natural feed sources of milk fat, milk proteins and sugar. Contains the coccidiostat 1 Bovatec® (lasalocid sodium) to aid in the prevention of coccidiosis
Whole milk is the equivalent to 125 grams of calf milk replacer powder per litre. This is important to keep in mind when adding calf milk replacer to whole milk, to ensure that you get the correct total amount of energy into calves.
How do I mix in the calf milk replacer powder?
Directions for use
There are three options when mixing calf milk replacer in with whole milk:
Mixing ratio: 125g Reliance Calf Milk Replacer to one litre of water when fed twice daily, 250g Calf Milk Replacer up to one litre with water when fed once daily.
1. Mix calf milk replacer at the usual rate of 125g/L with water (or at the rate specified on the bag), then add to the cow’s milk.
Dissolve Reliance Calf Milk Replacer powder in hot (not boiling) water. Mix to a creamy smooth consistency and add cool water to make up the required amount.
2. Mix the powder with a small amount of hot water before adding to the cow’s milk.
Feed at body temperature (38-39°C).
3. Introduce the powder directly into the cow’s milk and mix it well (watch out for blocked teats if doing it this way).
Feed after a good intake of colostrum has been achieved (from four days after birth). Ensure that clean drinking water is available at all times.
Options two and three can work well, as the resultant reduced volume of milk (due to the reduced amount of water added to the whole milk during the mixing process) will encourage the intake of hard feed and enhance rumen development.
Mix only when required. Keep bag securely closed when not in use.
Ensure that calves have access to hay and quality calf feed. Keep buckets, bottles and other equipment clean. STORAGE: Store between 10 and 20°C in clean, dry and vermin free environment. Do not expose to direct sunlight and avoid contact with floor and walls. 1. Bovatec® 20CC is registered pursuant to the ACVM Act, 1997. ACVM Registration Number A9679. See www.foodsafety.govt.nz for registration conditions.
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Ingredients Milk Powder, Vitamin A, D3, E, K3, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, Asorbic Acid, Potassium, Lasalocid (Bovatec®), Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, Cobalt (organic), Copper (organic), Dextrose, Ferrous Iron, Iodine, Selenium (organic), Magnesium, Manganese (organic), Zinc (organic), Antioxidants, Lecithin. NOTE: Milk powder is casein based which typically curds but curd strength may be variable. Typical analysis — Approximate on an as fed basis.
Crude Protein
25%
Crude Fat
20%
Lactose
44%
Ash
6%
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