Background
Feeding colostrum to calves is the single most important factor in guaranteeing future calf health. However, if the cow does not carry the necessary protection against specific pathogens such as Rotavirus and Coronavirus, no such protection can be passed on to the calf. Calf scours cost UK farmers an average of £3,691 per outbreak. The three most common pathogens present on farm are Rotavirus, Cryptosporidium and Coronavirus. Great danger exists for herds that have not been exposed to these pathogens and is essential to ensure the new born calf has protection to fight off attacks when they occur.

How can SCOURGARD® help?
SCOURGARD® is a complementary feedstuff which helps the new born calf resist infectious causes of scours such as Rotavirus, Coronavirus, E Coli and Salmonella. It contains an EU approved probiotic to aid the development of healthy gut bacteria, which reduces the risk of pathogenic organisms becoming established.