Free modern calf starter for buffalo calves II small katti project 2024 II Dr. Muzzammil Hassan

Summary

This video script provides an in-depth guide on how to successfully raise dairy buffaloes and cows for farming. It covers essential topics like selecting the right animals from recommended markets, feeding routines, health protocols, and the importance of proper care for the animals. The script highlights the need for a structured approach in calf farming, including vaccination, deworming, and nutrition strategies. It also emphasizes the importance of working with experienced individuals when selecting animals, along with methods to ensure economic viability in the long term. The guidance is practical and intended for farmers seeking to build a sustainable dairy farming business.

Takeaways

• 😀 Selecting the right type of calf (कटिया) is crucial for success in farming, and it's important to choose one that will give good milk production (10-12 liters daily).
• 😀 Only take an experienced person along when selecting calves from the market to ensure a good choice and avoid mistakes.
• 😀 Recommended markets for purchasing calves include Gojra Mandi, Chicha Watni, and Arifwala, with specific days for each market.
• 😀 When calves arrive on the farm, ensure proper feeding and care protocols to help them adjust to the new environment.
• 😀 It's essential to follow a strict vaccination protocol to prevent diseases such as diarrhea and pneumonia, especially in the initial days after arrival.
• 😀 A basic calf starter formula includes ingredients like soybean meal, corn, wheat bran, and minerals to support the calf's growth.
• 😀 Monitoring the calf’s growth is important, especially in the first few months, with the goal of reducing dependency on milk as they mature.
• 😀 After about 3-4 months, you should transition calves from milk to solid feed, increasing the amount gradually as they grow.
• 😀 Around 6 months, you can start adding silage to their diet to improve nutrition and encourage weight gain.
• 😀 Around 16-18 months, the calf should be ready for breeding, and proper care and nutrition should continue to ensure it is healthy and productive.
• 😀 Regular deworming and proper hygiene in the shed are essential for maintaining the health of the calves and preventing diseases.

Q & A

What are the recommended markets for buying goats (Katti) for farming?

The script recommends three main markets for buying goats: Gojra Mandi, Cheechawatni Mandi, and Arifwala Mandi. Gojra Mandi takes place every Monday, Cheechawatni Mandi on the 19th-21st of each month, and Arifwala Mandi on the 9th-11th of each month.

What is the ideal weight and milk production expectation for a goat (Katti) that should be selected for farming?

The ideal weight for a goat (Katti) should be between 30-35 kg, and it should provide 10-12 liters of milk per day after proper care. It is important to select goats that can give sufficient milk to make farming worthwhile.

Why is it necessary to take an experienced person when selecting a goat for farming?

Selecting a goat requires technical knowledge. It is recommended to bring someone experienced with animals, especially goats, to ensure the right selection. An experienced person can evaluate the potential of the goat to produce milk or grow into a healthy animal.

What challenges might farmers face when starting goat farming with young kids?

When starting goat farming with young kids, farmers might face challenges like the goats not immediately taking to bucket feeding and transitioning from mother's milk to bucket milk. Additionally, ensuring that the goats adapt well to new conditions, like using bales instead of direct feeding, may require extra care and effort.

What vaccinations and medical treatments are recommended when introducing young goats to the farm?

Young goats should receive a Vitamin A3 injection (1.5cc) as soon as they arrive at the farm. It is also advisable to administer antibiotics (such as Cephor) for 3-4 days to prevent diarrhea and pneumonia. If the goats are arriving in the summer, additional treatments like Butox and Izol should be given to protect against heat stress.

What is the importance of calf starter in goat farming?

Calf starter is important for young goats as it helps in their nutrition and growth. The script provides a specific formula for calf starter: 2 kg of soybean meal, 2 kg of canola meal, 4.5 kg of corn grits, 1 kg of wheat bran, 300 g of dunder, and 200 g of minerals. This mixture should be provided to the goats to help them grow efficiently.

What feeding routine is suggested for young goats over time?

The feeding routine involves giving milk in the morning and evening, followed by the calf starter mix. After about three months, the use of milk decreases, and solid food like silage and wheat bran is introduced. By the time the goat reaches six months, the milk feeding phase ends, and the focus shifts to feed like silage, which is gradually introduced.

What adjustments are made to the feeding formula after six months?

After six months, the feeding formula is adjusted to include silage. The quantity of silage increases gradually, and the amount of calf starter is reduced. The goats are also given additional feed, like wheat bran and a higher amount of roughage, as they grow and prepare for pregnancy.

What is the suggested timeline for a goat to become pregnant and give birth?

The goats are expected to become pregnant at around 16-18 months, provided they are well cared for and fed the appropriate diet. Once pregnant, the goats should be monitored closely, with their feeding formula improving during the final two months of pregnancy to prepare for the birth.

What are some common risks and precautions associated with goat farming?

Common risks include mortality rates for young goats due to the stress of travel or changing feeding conditions. It is also essential to maintain a clean environment to avoid disease outbreaks. Vaccinations and deworming protocols are critical, and regular monitoring of the goats' health is necessary to minimize risks.