Transformula
The best alternative to cows transition milk
Transformula was designed as a replacement to cows own transition milk or a way of extending transition milk feeding.
On many herds, transition milk cannot be fed for one reason or another, such as:
• Disease risk i.e. Johnes or mycoplasma can be transmitted via milk from infected animals.
• Labour shortage – not practical to feed calves at milking times.
• Inadequate volumes of transition milk – insufficient number of cows calved to supply enough milk for the first few weeks of life.
• Storage limitations – must be stored in the fridge to prevent it becoming a ‘bacterial soup’ if it can’t be fed fresh.
Calves will benefit from being fed transition milk for at least the first 10 days of life. Providing the correct source of nutrition at the right time leads to long term life performance.
KEY BENEFITS
- Transition milk has a significant impact on baby calf development and is the foundation of health and productivity for the future herd. Colostrum starts this process but Transition milk completes it, which sets the calf up for life.
- Transformula was designed as a replacement to cow’s transition milk and as a way of extending transition milk feeding
- Recent research from Harper Adams University has highlighted the long-term benefits of feeding Transformula. A recent trial found that heifer calves fed Transformula for just 10 days post calving produced almost 1000L more milk and 85kg more fat and protein in their first lactations
- Another recent French trial found that calves fed Transformula for the first three weeks of life were 5kgs heavier at 30 days of age compared to calves fed a high quality skim-based milk replacer
- Extended feeding of Transformula also reduces stress at weaning.alves fed a good quality skim-based milk replacer
- Available in 20kg bags with a new seal with handle for ease of opening and decanting
- Suitable for all feeding methods
