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Optimized calf growth with Goliath products

The son of a dairy farmer pours Sollio Agriculture's Goliath milk replacer.
April 3, 2023
Feeding calves with a milk replacer optimizes their growth from the first weeks of life and allows them to reach their full genetic potential.

 

Different protein to fat ratios allow you to adjust the desired growth type, whether you have a tall heifer or a calf ready to be weaned.

Sollio Agriculture milk replacers are formulated with skim milk powder and contain sources of fast-releasing (carbohydrates) and slow-releasing energy (oils and fats).

 

The benefits of Goliath milk replacers are numerous:

  • Guarantee proper coagulation and slow digestion.

  • Stimulate voluntary consumption of solid feed to prepare for weaning.

  • Combine additives that support healthy gut flora, interfere with pathogens and optimize rumen development.

  • Meet HACCP standards (Food Safety Enhancement Program of Québec’s Bureau de Normalisation).

     

The importance of good management

For best results, Goliath milk replacers should be used according to best practices.

First two weeks of life

  • Ensure a clean environment.

  • Ventilate while preventing drafts.

  • Set the ambient temperature above 13°C or use calf blankets.

  • Give 3 to 4 litres of colostrum at 22% Brix within the first two hours.

  • After three days of colostrum, gradually increase the amount of milk replacer to reach 8 litres per day as soon as possible.

     

Last two weeks before weaning

  • Continue providing fresh starter feed every day.

  • At 42 days, reduce the milk replacer to 6 litres per day.

  • During the last week, switch to one meal per day.

  • Twin the calves to encourage consumption of calf feed and facilitate weaning.

  • Wean calves only when they are consuming at least 1 kg of calf feed per day.

 

Products tailored to milk producers

 

Goliath 27-16 XLR 

To express its full genetic potential

  • Protein to fat ratio promotes muscle growth

  • Additives support gut health and nutrient use

     

Goliath 24-17 Perfo

Optimized calf growth

  • Fully digestible milk protein

  • Assimilable fat to satisfy requirements for all seasons

  • Additives support gut health and nutrient use

     

Goliath XLR ACC

Fully acidified

  • Composed of pre-coagulated milk proteins that won’t separate in the tank

  • Preserve cold milk for hours

  • Free-access feeding in multiple meals

     

Goliath XLR Solution

Complements whole milk

  • Reduces fat levels, promoting muscle growth

  • Vitamins and minerals make up for whole milk deficiencies

  • Additives support gut health and nutrient use

     

Goliath 21-18 Flex

For high energy requirements

  • Developed for controlled feeding plans

  • Ensured growth all year round

     

We do more than offer high-quality feed products. We also get out in the field with farmers, because we know that business is better when we all work together. 

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