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      Future Success Begins with a Healthy Calf

      A calf's true future potential depends on getting the best possible start at birth. High-quality colostrum, including how and when it is fed, is one of the most valuable ingredients in setting up a calf for long-term success. 

      Poor colostrum management can lead to failed transfer of passive immunity, a condition that can cost nearly $1,500 across the lifetime of a single calf.* When you choose to pair high-quality colostrum with strong protocols, you are making a long-term investment that impacts your bottom line and the future health of your herd.

      *Faber SN, et al. Prof. Animal Sci. 2005; 21:420-25. Fowler, Proceedings of the Professional Dairy Heifer meeting, 1999, pp. 31-36. Tozer PR and Heinrichs AJ. J. Dairy Sci. 2001; 84:1836-1844

      Whole Bovine Colostrum You Can Trust

      Made from premium-quality whole bovine colostrum, our colostrum provides the complete nutritional package to give calves their best start. With high immunoglobulin content, rapid absorption, and easy mixing, it includes the IgGs necessary to avoid failed transfer of passive immunity and be safe and effective in setting up your calves for long-term success.

       

      Why Choose Our Colostrum?

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      High Transfer of Immunity

      • IgGs readily absorbed for maximum immune protection

      • An excellent source of IgG with over 85% in the form of IgG1, the antibody most effective in providing local immunity and reducing disease associated with failure of passive transfer

      • A broad spectrum of antibodies and nutrients that are needed to establish a healthy, strong start after birth

      High in Colostral Fat

      • An important energy source required by calves immediately after birth

      • Supports thermoregulation to help calves survive and thrive in challenging environments and conditions

      Safe and Effective

      • Free from pathogens known to cause diseases such as tuberculosis, brucellosis, leukosis, paratuberculosis (causing Johne's disease), salmonellosis, E. coli infection, and others

      • CFIA Veterinary Biologics licensed for use as a total replacement for maternal colostrum in calves

      Convenient

      • Easily mixes in under 15 seconds for prompt feeding

      • 3-year shelf life 

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      High Transfer of Immunity

      • IgGs readily absorbed for maximum immune protection

      • An excellent source of IgG with over 85% in the form of IgG1, the antibody most effective in providing local immunity and reducing disease associated with failure of passive transfer

      • A broad spectrum of antibodies and nutrients that are needed to establish a healthy, strong start after birth

      High in Colostral Fat

      • An important energy source required by calves immediately after birth

      • Supports thermoregulation to help calves survive and thrive in challenging environments and conditions

      Safe and Effective

      • Free from pathogens known to cause diseases such as tuberculosis, brucellosis, leukosis, paratuberculosis (causing Johne's disease), salmonellosis, E. coli infection, and others

      • CFIA Veterinary Biologics licensed for use as a total replacement for maternal colostrum in calves

      Convenient

      • Easily mixes in under 15 seconds for prompt feeding

      • 3-year shelf life 

      Reliable Colostrum with Proven Results

      "We love the packaging. We love how it mixes up. We love how our calves respond to it. We'd strongly recommend it."

      Danielle Ware-Dreier, Herd Manager, Shiloh Dairy, WI, USA

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      "We would highly recommend using the Alta HiCal product to any farmer looking for a colostrum powder, because it's easy to use, it's easy to feed, and the calves do seem to thrive off of it."

      Brittany Rabas, Calf Manager, Peterson's Dairy, WI, USA

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      Create Results by Coupling Colostrum With Strong Protocols

      Colostrum powder isn't just something to consider when you don't have enough maternal colostrum. It is a tool that should be used throughout your calf program to ensure calves get the nutrients they need to survive and thrive. Depending on your challenges and protocols, use colostrum powder to boost calf health and develop stronger calves in a way that fits your needs.

      REPLACEMENT

      Replacement is required when maternal colostrum is too low in quality (<22% Brix), contaminated, or not available. Our colostrum is a suitable option to provide calves a full replacement meal of high-quality, clean, 100% bovine colostrum.

      ENRICHMENT

      If maternal colostrum tests between 22-30% Brix, boost its quality by adding colostrum powder to reach 30% Brix or higher.

      POST DAY 1

      Calves can greatly benefit from the IgG, fat, and other bioactive components of colostrum beyond day one of life. Use colostrum powder with a post-day-one protocol to mimic the natural transition milk calves would consume if raised with the cow and provide them with additional support during their most susceptible period for disease.

      More Colostrum Solutions

      Find the colostrum solution that works best for your team and your calves! We offer SCCL colostrum products that are CFIA-approved to enrich or replace maternal colostrum for your calves.

      FRESH START Box

      Alta FRESH START

      Includes 2 - 14kg resealable bags
      Canada HiCal Pail-Bag

      Calf’s Choice Total® HiCal

      Available in 16.8kg pail and 700g bags (100g IgG)
      Canada 150 Alta Bag

      Colostrum 150™

      Available in 830g bags (150g IgG)
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      Headstart®

      Available in 225g bags (60g IgG)
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      Save When You Bundle with Alta BLUEPRINT

      Save when you sign up for our Alta BLUEPRINT Maternity subscription package to bundle colostrum with our other foundational products: genetics and Alta COW WATCH.

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      Invest in your calves with colostrum

      Newborn calves are the most fragile animals on the farm. Investing in your calves early will give them the best chance at life. Connect with your trusted Alta advisor today.

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