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Peak milk allowance should be reached by two weeks of age, not gradually over weeks. Faster ramp-up = healthier calves. Watch Dr Jessica Cooke's videos: https://t.co/c1N64VII4A

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Meet Una Hickey, National Sales Manager for Ireland. With 30 years in calf nutrition and a Harper Adams diploma in ruminant nutrition, Una leads the team behind Ireland's number one milk replacer.

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Animal Health Ireland are pleased to announce details of the winter 2025 / spring 2026 CalfCare series.

The series will see 16 farm families across the country host on-farm events in collaboration with @teagasc DairyBeef500 Programme and supported by @FeedForGrowth /Volac Milk Replacers Ireland Limited.

This year’s theme, “Healthy Calves, Your Profitable Future,” highlights the connection between good calf health, animal welfare, and farm profitability. It shows how steps taken before the calf lands right through weaning and the first year of life will ensure the next generation of the herd are ready to deliver for the farmer.

Running from Monday, 8th December 2025 to Thursday, 22nd January 2026, the roadshow will deliver practical, science-based insights to support farmers in achieving the highest possible standard in calf development. Supported by the agri-food industry including dairy co-ops and meat processors, each event will showcase best practice in calf husbandry, management, and performance.

#animalhealthireland #CalfCare #onfarmevents #healthyanimals #SustainableFarming

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Heifers calving at 24 months become profitable halfway through lactation two. 1.5 lactations to pay back rearing costs. Watch Dr Jessica Cooke's videos: https://t.co/c1N64VII4A

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International Men's Day – remember farmers work tirelessly in demanding conditions. Mental health matters as much as physical health. Check in with your friends and colleagues, take time for yourself.

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Cold weather can be tough on calves, diverting energy from growth to staying warm. Access our essential tips to combat cold stress this winter: https://t.co/TnRmCrewjh

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Every 100g of daily gain pre-weaning = 85-111kg more milk in first lactation. Early growth drives lifetime performance. Watch Dr Jessica Cooke's videos: https://t.co/c1N64VII4A

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Lameness costs Irish dairy herds €145m annually.

Animal Health Ireland's new Hoof HealthCheck Programme is tackling this welfare and productivity challenge: https://t.co/plTR4J00tQ

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The most efficient time for dairy cow growth is during pre-weaning. Build a system that maximises this window: https://t.co/cfDji1OtZn

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CalfCare '25 returns in January with 17 farm events across Ireland promoting best practice in calf health and rearing 🇮🇪

Always a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge before calving season. https://t.co/UlrSnxM2EE

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Meet Sam Sampson, Product Manager for Feed For Growth. She bridges research and farmer needs, with a Master's from Cranfield and expertise in what matters most in calf nutrition.

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@theAHDB warns that many farmers are treating for liver fluke too early, leaving livestock vulnerable later in the season.

Testing before treatment is key to sustainable fluke control 🐄
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Feed efficiency drops from 50% during milk feeding to just 8% by breeding age. Watch Dr Jessica Cooke's video series on calf nutrition: https://t.co/c1N64VII4A

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Are you ready? Winter demands preparation.
Flourish + new Gut Rest/Electrolytes create your complete toolkit.
Prevent costly setbacks when conditions challenge you.

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FACT: "Adequate milk feeding from birth provides lasting immune benefits beyond weaning" - early nutrition investment pays dividends throughout productive life.
Foundations matter. Watch the technical videos: https://t.co/c1N64VII4A

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Challenged with crypto at 3 days - well-fed calves maintained growth, restricted calves lost weight. ImunoGard contains Celmanax which has been shown to reduce the spread of the disease (J Anim Sci 2009 Vol. 87, Church & Dwight) – read more: https://t.co/CgEdNy7Sgl

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Your winter toolkit essentials - Gut Rest + Electrolytes target digestive stress & dehydration. Flexible mixing with water/milk for your calves winter challenges. Stock up today.

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Olympian combines 22% protein + 20% fat with Gardion, butyrate and Progut® for enhanced digestibility 📈
Commercial trials show consistent performance achieving target weights in beef calves.

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#GlobalHandwashingDay - hygiene remains the most cost-effective disease prevention for calves.
Simple protocols dramatically reduce pathogen spread. https://t.co/nenOpBTIGH