Agvance Nutrition

Are you running a high-input system? Farms using feed pads or in-shed feeding have more options when it comes to balanced nutrition. When cows are grouped and fed in a controlled environment, you can stop guessing and start dialling in nutrition that keeps cows healthy and producing at their best.

Start with the basics by knowing what’s in your ingredients and mix consistently, then use products that fit higher-input systems. Premixes make sure cows get balanced vitamins and minerals every day, rumen buffers help keep cows steady through heavy intakes, and yeast supports digestion so cows handle big meals without falling into acidosis. Used together, these tools help maintain rumen health and steady milk production.

Herd data from feed pads, automatic feeders or herd monitors makes decisions easier. Real-time intake, grouping by stage of lactation, and milk or rumination trends let you spot needs early, so you can tweak buffers for fresh cows, add fermentable fibre for fast-eating groups, or change premix levels based on what the herd really needs. That means fewer surprises and better returns.

Clear nutrition pays off, so use what you have available to your advantage. Talk to Agvance about practical, specialised nutrition planning for higher-input systems.

Calving comes around quickly so start planning your calf shed now and get ahead of spring.

Things to get sorted before calves arrive:
✔️ Housing: Clean pens, dry bedding, good ventilation and enough space per calf.
✔️ Colostrum: Test quality, record timing and ensure rapid feed‑up after birth.
✔️ Starter nutrition: Confirm milk replacer program, starter feed availability and feeder hygiene.
✔️ Health supports: Plan probiotics, electrolytes and monitoring for scours risk.
✔️ Product placement: Prepare easy-access tubs or measured dosing to ensure consistent intake of Free Choice Colostrum Starter for springers.

We suggest Calf Protect or Calf Protect Plus as part of a wider calf‑first plan. Speak with your Agvance consultant to build a calf plan that fits your shed and spring workload.

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Transition support that fits your system is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

Different farms need different transition options, and the right fit depends on the system.

Getting it right and planning ahead saves stress at transition, but don’t worry, here is a quick breakdown to help you match the right product with your system.