Colostrometer Adjustment Spreadsheet

Use the Colostrum Calculator spreadsheet to investigate factors related to IgG absorption in calves.

Transition cow management should be primarily aimed at preventing and monitoring ketosis and hypocalcemia.

When pasture protein is excessive, strategic feeding of rumen fermentable carbohydrates can improve nitrogen utilization and milk yield.

Previously published in Lancaster Farming on 4/4/21.

This publication describes the use of the Colostrometer and the Brix refractometer in managing colostrum on the farm.

We can measure how well a colostrum program is working by estimating the IgG in calves' blood.