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Purina Preconditioning/Receiving Chow
Preconditioning/Receiving Chow is a pelleted ration designed for preconditioning calves weighing 400 to 650 pounds, whether on the farm or at the feedlot. Engineered for optimal performance, this complete feed ensures all essential nutrients are provided, promoting high feed intake and rapid weight gain without the need for added roughage.
Ideal for calves that have just been weaned or are stressed from transportation, this starter feed helps them transition smoothly to dry feed, alleviating the stresses of weaning and shipping. Known as “The Standard” since its 1968 release, it remains the top choice in the U.S. for weaning rations.
Extensively tested, it is specially formulated to ease weaning stress, reduce sickness and support an impressive weight gain of 40 to 80 pounds per calf. Each 50-pound bag guarantees exceptional palatability and performance.
H.C. Summers | www.hcsummers.com
NutreBeef Starter Creep feed is expertly formulated to support the growth and development of calves prior to weaning. This balanced feed features a precise blend of vitamins and minerals crucial for healthy development and weight gain.
Ideal for supplementing declining milk availability, it ensures that calves receive the essential nutrients they need while still being fed by the cow. By offering NutreBeef Starter Creep feed, you can enhance calf growth and promote increased weight gain during this critical developmental phase.
This feed is designed to be highly palatable, encouraging calves to consume it readily and achieve optimal growth. NutreBeef Starter Creep feed provides the foundation for strong, healthy calves that transition smoothly from milk to solid feed.
Nutrena | www.nutrenaworld.com
AlphaLine Start Calf Starter is a premium textured feed designed to maximize calf development from milk to solid feed. With a powerful blend of 22.0% protein, 3.0% fat and 8.5% fiber, this starter provides the optimal nutrition needed for exceptional growth and a robust rumen. Formulated to ensure a seamless transition, it supports high feed intake and efficient digestion, laying the foundation for future performance.
To further enhance calf wellbeing, AlphaLine Start includes Clarifly fly control, helping to minimize fly-related stress and health issues. This seasonally formulated feed adapts to changing environmental conditions, ensuring consistent quality and effectiveness.
Choose AlphaLine Start Calf Starter for a balanced, high-performance diet that promotes rapid growth and robust health in your calves.
Poulin Grain | www.poulingrain.com
Leland Mills calf starter mix is expertly crafted to support the delicate digestive systems of baby calves while providing essential nutrition for healthy growth. Its formula offers high protein from easily digestible sources and premium grains that avoid overloading young stomachs with excessive starchy carbohydrates.
Enriched with oats for added fiber and improved digestibility, it also features plant-based protein sources for balanced nutrition.
Calves love the palatable formula, making it easy for them to consume every bite. Additionally, this feed is safe for other livestock species, eliminating concerns about toxic effects on nearby animals.
Leland Mills | www.lelandmills.com
Generations Calf Starter 22 T322L is a premium textured feed meticulously formulated for dairy calves from birth up to 12 weeks of age. This complete starter feed is medicated to control coccidiosis, ensuring a healthy start for your calves.
Featuring flaked grains, it supports energy levels and rumen development, while roasted soybeans deliver essential bypass protein for optimal growth. The addition of essential oils and chelated trace minerals promotes overall health and performance.
Enhanced with Opti-Ferm XL — a blend of prebiotics and probiotics — this feed aids in digestibility and nutrient absorption.
Kalmbach Feeds | www.kalmbachfeeds.com
Surveillance Calf is a solution designed to support neonatal gut health and address the most common causes of death in young calves: diarrhea and lung disease. This innovative product provides a superior alternative to antibiotics, combining advanced science with nature’s most effective components to enhance calf health.
Key features include the I.P.S (Immune Positioning System), a blend of biologically active polysaccharides and polypeptides that bolsters immune function and cellular balance. Yeast cell wall extracts reduce intestinal pathogenic bacteria, while Bacillus strains enhance digestion and inhibit harmful bacteria. Patented egg powder provides robust protection against bacterial translocation and endotoxins.
Surveillance Calf also promotes feed consumption and rumen development with concentrated yeast cultures.
MicroBasics | www.microbasics.com
