Calf is Born

Have you ever wondered what happens when a calf is born? What do they look like? How big are they? Where do they live?  Farmers go to great lengths to make sure that their cows and calves are healthy and well cared for. Calves are the future of the herd, so dairy farmers are committed to making sure that every calf is healthy and safe from harm. This means providing nutritious feed, safe housing, and individual care to their animals throughout their lives.  So, how do farmers help get their calves off to a strong start?  Read here to learn more about it!

Every year, we show you a glimpse inside the miracle of birth during our exhibit at the PA Farm Show. But what happens after the newborn calves go back to the farm and grow to be productive members of the herd? Learn more about how Meadow Spring Farm takes good care of their calves, and meet some of the calves on their dairy farm.

¡Maravilloso! There's a new calf bebé! Señorita Katie, Farmer Joy, and Carlos the Cornstalk will show you how to give a little calf a healthy start. Jobo Holsteins in Gettysburg, PA takes you behind the scenes to learn about the special power of colostrum, how to prepare a warm botella of milk, and how to fluff the straw to make a clean, soft cama in their cozy calf pen! 

Aww! It's time to visit the calf corner! Join Corey the Cornstalk and Farmer Austin from Peace N Plenty Farm in Union Bridge, MD to learn all about caring for these little calves. Discover why colostrum (first milk) is liquid gold, how individual hutches keep calves safe, and what growing calves eat to grow up big and strong!