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vitamins, and other health-promoting products to give the calf an extra immune and health boost. Treatments: Having a plan for treating slightly, moderately, or dangerously sick calves – such as early treatment of scours and dehydration. More serious cases are treated with injectables such as antibiotics for infections. Your local vet will be the best person for this type of advice. Having a well-thought-out plan in place can provide reassurance as you approach calving season. While flexibility is essential, plans may need to adapt to changing circumstances. It is important to recognise when a strategy isn’t delivering the desired results and be willing to adjust accordingly. Ideally, your plan should strike a balance between effectiveness and cost-efficiency, ultimately supporting the long-term health of your future replacement animals. It is also worth remembering that every farm will face unique challenges and a solution that works well in one setting may not be suitable in another, regardless of how passionately it’s promoted. www.deheus.co.za | 031 785 1575 | infosa@deheus.com Contact your local De Heus technical advisor to assist in developing a calving season plan - https:// www.deheus.co.za/meet-our-team/. Winter 2025 BONUS www.agribonus.co.za 76