Newborn calves are born without a fully developed immune system, making colostrum their first and most essential meal. But colostrum isn’t just about antibodies—it also provides energy, supports gut health, and promotes long-term performance. The sooner calves receive colostrum, the better! Absorption is highest immediately after birth and declines over time, so feeding within the first two hours is critical.
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[Music] calves are born without a fully developed immune system which is why colostrum is your first and most important meal colostrum is much more than antibodies it also has cholesterol fat for immediate energy oligosaccharides for a healthy gut environments and growth factors for long-term performance the absorption of these components is highest immediately after birth and declines over time that's why feeding colostrum as soon as possible ideally within the first 2 hours is critical for the calf health and survival remember the clock is ticking from the second the calf is born [Music]
