Milk Formula 1
| Life Stage: | Calf |
|---|---|
| Feed Type: | Milk Replacer |
| Feed Form: | Meal |
| Packaging: | 25-lb Bag, 50-lb Bag |
Milk Formula 1™ is a premium-quality all-milk protein milk replacer with strong calf acceptance and superior mixing ability that is meticulously formulated to meet the nutritional needs of newborn calves.
- 20% protein and 20% fat content - Protein from all-milk proteins and high-quality fat help support a healthy start for the calf as it transitions to dry feeds in a timely manner.
- BioEnVigor8™ - A combination of powerful nutritional components and processes designed to deliver optimal calf growth and performance.
- NutriVantage® Nutrition Optimizer® - Helps support the immune system, improve weight gains and intakes, and reduce the impact of stress in calves.
- KwikMix™ process for easy mixing - The fully agglomerated formula with encapsulated and refined powder particles allows for fast, uniform mixing in water and will stay in suspension longer. It also allows for mixing at a lower temperature, 110 degrees F, compared to non-agglomerated products, 130-140 degrees F.
- βetaMOS® - A proprietary, rich source of yeast cell wall nutrients containing β-glucans that have been shown to support animal immune systems and mannan oligosaccharides, which can help inhibit pathogens from colonizing the intestinal tract.
- Fortified with required minerals and trace minerals - Formulated to provide high levels of vitamins A, D and E, NASEM-recommended levels of B vitamins and required minerals and trace minerals from highly available sources including organic selenium to help maximize calf nutrition.
- Medicated Options - This product is available with approved medications and fly control. Contact your local plant for availability.
Medication Options
• NT (Neomycin and Oxytetracycline) #5405, #5406 VFD required • DQ (Deccox) #5402, #5413 • BOV (Bovatec) #5407 • CFL (ClariFly) #5408, #5414| Crude Protein, min | 20.00% |
| Crude Fat, min | 20.00% |
| Crude Fiber, max | 0.15% |
| Calcium, min | 0.75% |
| Calcium, max | 1.25% |
| Phosphorus, min | 0.70% |
| Vitamin A, min | 30,000 IU/lb |
| Vitamin D3, min | 10,000 IU/lb |
| Vitamin E, min | 150 IU/lb |
Birth - Feed 3-4 quarts of colostrum immediately after birth (need to provide 150 g of IgG). Feed 2-3 additional quarts within 12 hours of birth. Always use the highest quality colostrum available. If necessary, use an esophageal feeder. Don’t let the calf determine intake.
2 Days Old Until Weaning - Feed MILK FORMULA 1™ until weaning. For small breed calves feed 2 to 2.5 quarts of reliquefied MILK FORMULA 1™ twice-a-day. For large breed calves feed 2.5 to 3 quarts of reliquefied MILK FORMULA 1™ twice-a-day. Continue to feed MILK FORMULA 1™ as long as you would normally feed whole milk.
Cold Weather Feeding Instructions - Add an extra feeding using a non-medicated milk replacer solution or switch to MILK FORMULA 1™ WINTERIZER during periods of cold stress.
General Management Considerations
1. The suggested feeding program is intended solely as a guide. The variables of management, environment, and breed may dictate changes in the animals’ requirements.
2. Provide clean, fresh water at all times.
3. Start feeding Kent® Calf Starter when calves are 4 days old. Start with a small amount (0.5 lb) and gradually increase as the calf’s consumption increases. Provide a fresh amount each day to stimulate consumption.
4. Wean calves when consuming at least 2 lb of Kent® calf starter per day for 3 consecutive days.
Mixing Directions
Mix 12 ounces (0.75 lb) of milk replacer plus 2.5 quarts of warm (110°F) water. Add powder to water and mix vigorously. Use of cooler water requires greater mixing action and increases the possibility of the powder settling out. Feed immediately.
NutriVantage® Nutrition Optimizer®
NutriVantage Nutrition Optimizer is an exclusive research-driven nutritional feed supplement that is only available in Kent/Blue Seal products.
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