The dry period is a critical phase in the cow’s production cycle as she prepares to calve. The calf is growing quickly which increases the demand on the cow.

During this time it is important to ensure that the cow is given every opportunity to calve successfully and start a new lactation.

The vaccination of cows in order to prevent the establishment of scour in the new crop of calves, and the topping-up of cows with essential trace minerals during this high-demand period, may help strengthen the cow’s immune system and reduce the impact of diseases like mastitis.

Take advice from your veterinary surgeon on how to manage cows through the dry period.