• 216 calves that resulted from the 2022 matings were delivered to the Ruminant Nutrition Center in Brookings, SD in November 2023.
• Upon arrival, calves were vaccinated for viral respiratory pathogens( IBR, BRSV, PI3, BVD Types 1 and 2), clostridial species, and topically administered moxidectin, all calves were implanted with 36 mg zeranol on d 21.
• Calves were fed twice daily to achieve a gain target of 2.5 lbs / d until January 24, 2024