DairyTalk 274: Cleanliness, Climate, Care: What Really Determines Calf Development - by Helmut Demmelhuber

This article highlights that successful calf rearing depends on
far more than feeding alone. Environmental conditions, hygiene,
thermal comfort, water availability, and low-stress handling play
a critical role in calf health, immune function, and long-term
performance. Deviations from the thermal neutral zone increase
energy demands and can impair rumen development and growth. The
key message is clear: a holistic management approach is essential
to maximize calf survival, vitality, and future productivity in
modern dairy systems. With comments on a "Hoard´s
Dairyman"-article (January 25th, 2026) by AI Kertz:
https://hoards.com