Q&A: Jackets, woodchip, are ‘in’ for calves this winter

Jackets for calves may become popular this winter, as farmers plan to feed straw while using alternative bedding solutions, says Teagasc Farm Buildings and Infrastructure Specialist Tom Fallon.

Q&A: Jackets, woodchip, are ‘in’ for calves this winter

Jackets for calves may become popular this winter, as farmers plan to feed straw while using alternative bedding solutions, says Teagasc Farm Buildings and Infrastructure Specialist Tom Fallon.

He says there are viable alternatives to use of straw as bedding.

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