SCCL

While the colostrum market continues to evolve and demand grows around the world, our purpose remains unchanged. We put the animal first.

Since the beginning, every decision we've made has been guided by one simple belief: healthier calves start with better colostrum. That's why we've spent more than three decades dedicated to advancing colostrum science, investing in research, and developing products that help optimize calf beginnings.

Colostrum is what we do. It's who we are.

We're committed to continually improving the quality, accessibility, and science behind colostrum because we believe every calf deserves the best possible start to life.

In Episode 7 of Beyond Colostrum, Michael Chubb and Chelsea Leavitt discuss today's market dynamics, SCCL's plans for continued growth, and why our commitment to calves remains at the center of everything we do.

🎙️ Listen now and hear how we're building for the future while staying true to the mission that has defined SCCL from day one.
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Calves face heat, stress, and rapid change right from the start 🐮 Feeding high-quality colostrum on Day 1 & beyond helps support immunity, gut health, and resilience—so calves recover faster and stay on track, even under heat stress.

Stronger support early on leads to stronger performance long-term.
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🎙️ NEW EPISODE | Beyond Colostrum: An SCCL Podcast

Episode 7: Market Update – Colostrum Supply, Pricing & Building Capacity
Why is the price of colostrum increasing? What's driving global demand? And how is SCCL preparing for the future?

Join host Sydney Fortier alongside SCCL CEO Michael Chubb and General Manager Chelsea Leavitt as they unpack the latest market trends, discuss what's happening behind the scenes, and share how SCCL is expanding production capacity while staying committed to improving calf health.

Whether you're a producer, veterinarian, nutritionist, or simply interested in the future of colostrum, this episode offers valuable insights into one of the industry's most talked-about topics.

🎧 Listen now: Episode 7 on Spotify https://hubs.ly/Q04n9wBf0
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Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover in a future episode? Let us know in the comments!

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Freeze colostrum the right way to protect its quality—proper handling makes all the difference 🐮

Don’t let it sit out too long. If you’re freezing, freeze within the first hour of collection at -20 to -21°C (-5°F). Good storage practices help ensure every feeding delivers the IgG and nutrients calves need for a strong start!

P.S. Frozen colostrum can be used safely for about 6 months to 1 year. When thawing, use a warm water bath and never apply direct heat.

We tend to think of colostrum as the calf’s first dose of antibodies and it is, but it’s also so much more.

Research shared by Dr. Nilusha Malmuthuge at the International Scientific Meeting on Colostrum II showed that colostrum actively builds the calf’s gut from day one. Beyond antibodies, it carries bioactive compounds that feed beneficial bacteria, crowd out the bad ones, and help set up a healthy immune system early in life. That early foundation may support everything from gut health to respiratory health as the calf grows.

The bottom line for your calves? Getting quality colostrum into them quickly does more good than the antibody numbers alone can show.

Questions about colostrum’s additional benefits? Check out one of our latest articles 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q04mp9Jm0