Calving Record for Dairy
A calving record for dairy farms to document each birth, the dam, calf sex, assistance given and early calf care so records follow the cow and calf.
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What you record on this log
- Date
- Dam ID
- Calf ID
- Sex
- Assistance
- Colostrum given
How to use this log
Print the page, fill in the top line, and add an entry each time the work is done. When the page is full, file it and start a fresh one.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
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