Colostrum Resources
Hydrometers and refractometers can be used on the farm to estimate colostrum IgG, separate high quality colostrum from low quality colostrum, and improve your ability to provide calves with enough IgG to attain successful passive transfer of immunity. This publication describes the use of the Colostrometer and the Brix refractometer in managing colostrum.
Spreadsheet to adjust colostrometer readings for colostrum temperature
This report is a summary of Penn State research into the composition of modern-day colostrum. Topics include nutrient composition, immunoglobulin content, and bacterial contamination, as well as discussion of colostrum from heifers compared to cows and the effects of colostrum volume.
Used by permission from the October 25, 2010, issue of Hoard’s Dairyman. Copyright 2010 by W.D. Hoard & Sons Company, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin.
Colostrum supplement and replacer products can be valuable tools to increase calf immunity when colostrum supplies are limited or disease eradication is desired. This publication describes the composition and effectiveness of colostrum supplements and replacer products.
Reprint used by permission from the September 10, 2010, issue of Hoard’s Dairyman. Copyright 2010 by W.D. Hoard & Sons Company, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin.
This publication describes the use of the Penn State Colostrum Calculator spreadsheet, which is designed to allow investigation of factors related to IgG absorption. Topics include apparent efficiency of absorption, using AEA for comparisons, factors affecting IgG absorption, and determining how much colostrum to feed.
The Colostrum Calculator spreadsheet is designed to allow investigation into factors affecting IgG absorption from colostrum by automating the calculation of serum IgG, apparent efficiency of absorption, and how much IgG or colostrum must be fed to reach a target level of IgG in the calf.
German language article.
Spanish language conference proceedings on the importance and management of colostrum.
