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Good reads from the Milligans team and the experts we work alongside — plus the best articles we've come across. Whether it's a deep dive on calf nutrition, a guide to a common health issue, or something we think everyone should know — you'll find it here.

Of Course It's The Milk Powder's Fault... Or Is It?

When calves get sick, scour, bloat, stop growing, or in the worst cases die unexpectedly, somebody inevitably asks the question: "What's causing it?" It's a fair question.

What often surprises me is how quickly many people already think they know the answer.

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Understanding Calf Bloat

What it is, what causes it, and practical steps to reduce the risk.

Few calf rearing issues create more frustration than bloat. It can appear suddenly, affect otherwise healthy calves, and in severe cases result in significant losses. It is also one of the most discussed and misunderstood conditions in calf rearing, largely because there is rarely a single cause.

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