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DairyTalk 453: Modern Calf Facilities Are Expensive - Which Systems Actually Deliver Results? - by Helmut Demmelhuber
This podcast episode explores two Wisconsin dairy farms that fundamentally redesigned their calf-rearing systems to improve both calf welfare and operational efficiency. One farm focused on highly ventilated individual housing, while the other implemented an innovative group-housing concept with individualized rail feeding and close performance monitoring. The featured article highlights how modern calf management is no longer just about facility construction, but about balancing animal health, labor efficiency, and long-term herd performance. Ventilation, dry bedding, and accurate growth…
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