Of course, all calves should be given fresh colostrum from their own dam as soon as possible after birth. Fermented colostrum will not substitute for fresh colostrum for that first meal. Return to the top of the page. Each cow's milk need not be kept separate. No additives are needed.
Studies show mold formed can just be removed with no ill effects.
No starter culture is needed. Calves will drink colostrum readily. Studies indicate fermented colostrum may be beneficial in reducing scours. Calves can be switched from fermented colostrum to milk or milk replacer and back if it is done gradually. Can should be of such a size that they are filled with two days worth of colostrum.