Articles
Comparing Jumbo Cornish Cross and Red Rangers
Click here to view as a pdf: Field Trial Comparing Jumbo Cornish Cross and Red Rangers Using Crystal Creek® Broiler Feed By Ryan Leiterman, D.V.M. Raising meat chickens is an increasingly popular practice among homesteaders seeking greater food independence, control over production inputs, and fresher, more flavorful protein. This field trial compared the Jumbo Cornish…
Crystal Creek® Recommended Calf Weaning Protocols
Click here to view as a pdf: Crystal Creek® Recommended Calf Weaning Protocols By Carley Ciolkosz, B.S. Livestock Nutritionist Weaning is a crucial stage in a calf’s life. New research has shown that a slower, gradual weaning has led to healthier, thriftier calves with better weight gain and less health problems. Crystal Creek® encourages a…
Calcium And The Transition Cow
Click here to view as a pdf: Calcium And The Transition Cow: Diet Strategies For Smooth Transition and Profitable Cows By Erik Brettingen, B.S. The transition period—defined as approximately three weeks before calving through three weeks after—represents the most critical phase in a cow’s lactation. While it accounts for less than 10% of the lactation…
Electrolyte Use In Calves
Electrolytes are an important tool to use when supporting scouring and dehydrated calves. Scouring calves need the calories from milk feedings as well as the extra fluids and nutrition that electrolytes provide. Electrolytes should be fed between the normal milk feedings. Mixing milk and electrolytes together interferes with the clotting mechanism of the milk and…
