That’s why we put a lot of focus on good colostrum management. Every newborn calf gets unrestricted access to high-quality 1st, 2nd, and 3rd colostrum during the first three days. It’s a simple routine, but it has always given us strong and vital calves.
Because we start them off with such good-quality colostrum, we wanted to follow it up with a milk replacer that matched those same high standards. A product that could seamlessly carry on the strong start they get in those first days. That’s why we chose Novilac TurboStart.
On day four, we switch the calves directly from colostrum to milk replacer. With Novilac TurboStart, this transition is incredibly smooth and carefree. The calves take it right away. They seem to enjoy the taste, and the changeover is easy. No hesitation at the teatbucket and no digestive issues that sometimes show up during transitions.
After using Novilac TurboStart for a while, we’ve come to appreciate the small but important things:
The calves drink enthusiastically from the start
Their digestion stays steady
They grow evenly and look well-developed for their age
They’re easy to manage as a group
These are the things that matter most to us in day-to-day calf rearing.
We keep the calves on Novilac TurboStart throughout the entire milk phase, right up to weaning. It gives them consistency, and we see the results in their growth and overall condition.
Our routine, good colostrum management followed by Novilac TurboStart until weaning, has proven to work well for us. The calves stay healthy, grow evenly and are a pleasure to rear.
As a farmer, it gives me confidence to see calves grow steadily and doing well. TurboStart has turned into a regular part of our routine.