Study Sheds Light On Contrary to the practice of many calf managers, who increase the amount of milk and feeding frequency during extremely cold weather, a recent trial at the University of Minnesota showed these increases are not needed if calves are consuming a high quality calf starter. The study also showed no ad vantage in dividing milk replacer feedings from two into three times. It doesn't mean milk isn’t critically important. But certaml> there’s no evidence for the need of feeding the extra amount, ac cording to test spokesmen. John Ryan of Madison Silo Co. of Pennsylvania, distributor of Poly Dome Calf Hutches, brought the study to the attention of Lancaster Farming and pointed out how the tests were conducted. Calves in one group were fed 0.6% of birth weight in milk replacer solids, twice daily until Tri-County Swine To Change Hands LEBANON Carl Martin and Robert High announce the sale of Tri-County Swine Systems to John Zimmerman and Terry Weaver, effective Jan. 1, 1987. 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Call Us Before You Buy And See Our Many Happy Users OREGON WATER SALES Leola, PA 717-656-8380 If no answer, call early in the morning or evenings weaning. Calves in the second group were given the same amount twice daily with the amount in creased by 0.2% of body weight of every 10° in temperature drop below 30°F. Calves in the third group also received increased amounts of replacer as temperatures dropped fed in three equal feedings. Starting on the fourth day, all calves were offered starter on a free choice basis. Starting at two weeks, warm water was fed bet ween milk replacer feedings. On the coldest days, calves in the second and third groups were receiving almost twice as much replacer as calves in group one. Weight gains for all three groups were similar, since calves fed less milk replacer ate enough ad ditional starter to make up the difference. The advantage in providing planning services for any size project for current and prospective customers.” Existing product lines such as solid steel rod farrowing crates, gestation stalls, and hog fencing currently manufactured by Tri- County will remain unchanged. Other popular products such as feed bins, augers, feeders, ven tilation, North Carolina's HOG SLAT and many others will be supplied as usual. According to Terry Weaver, who will serve as general manager, few changes will be noticed by Tn- County’s customers after the transition, since the business location at 608 East Evergreen Road, Lebanon, phone number and most personnel will not change. We have competitive prices Coid-Weather Calf Feeding, Housing extra starter to calves during cold weather- rather than feeding extra replacer- is that starter is less expensive. The U of M researchers recommend weaning four-week old calves during extremely cold weather only if they are consuming at least 2 Ibs./day of starter at weaning, then rapidly increase consumption to 34 Ibs./day. Calves fed cow’s milk should receive 10 Ibs./day, twice a day, based on winter hutch trials at South Dakota State University. Calves fed 10 Ibs./day in two feedings gained 1.34 lbs./day at SDSU. That compares to calves fed 8 lbs. to one feeding that gained .79 Ib./day. OLOMBARDINI T . p IpL . The Powerhouse F Qrmers Choice ** B * Model 9 11LD625-3 Is your old engine giving you a headache? Try a LOMBARDINI...WorId’s Largest Manufacturer of Small Air-Cooled Diesel Engines. DIESELS OUR SPECIALTY Service After The Sole...7hof's Us! HOOVER DIESEL SERVICE • Tie Stall & Free Stall Complexes • Heifer & Veal Barns • Machinery Sheds • Metal Buildings For Commercial Use NEED RENOVATIONS... OR A NEW BUILDING? RD 4 EPHRATA, PA 17522 LOCATED IN FARMERSVILLE PHONE 717-354-4271 Calves fed 8 lbs./day of replacer, fortified with lb. of a fat-whey powder, gained 1.28 lbs./day. Five-week-old calves should be consuming at least I*2 lbs./day of starter when weaned during cold weather. The U of M trials also compared two types of hutches: domed fiberglass and 4xB wood, in a location not well protected from northwest winds. Calves raised in the domed hutches gained weight the most rapidly, due to increased con sumption of starter, say the researchers. The location of the starter pail may encourage the consumption, since the calves pass their noses over it frequently. 1 12 month warranty or 4 Price per horsepower 2,000 hours 5 Easy starting 2 Low fuel consumption 6 100% back-up with 3 Low maintenance parts and service 255 Mascot Rd. Honks, PA 17572 (717) 656-3322 (717) 295-1729 DEALER INQUIRIES INVITED IT! 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