Cow-calf producers want the best start for their newborn calves. That’s why BioZyme® Inc. recently introduced VitaFerm® Sure Start Gel, specifically formulated for calves to support immune function and overall health during the critical post-birth period. Yes, there are other calf gels on the market. But, as leaders in animal health and nutrition, our goal is to provide animals with an undeniable impact from birth forward.
VitaFerm has foundationally produced nutrition for beef cattle that maximizes energy and forage utilization for successful production. However, successful production doesn’t happen if your calf doesn’t get started on the right foot. Yes, we know producers feed VitaFerm mineral to their cows in late gestation and early lactation to give their calves pass-through immunity and nutrients. However, VitaFerm Sure Start Gel is another resource to ensure that calves receive the best nutrients possible, as early as possible.
“Getting calves off to the best start possible is paramount for their long-term health and, ultimately, your profitability. While a year-round VitaFerm program can improve colostrum quality, Sure Start Gel uses our new Broad Shield technology to give an additional boost to immunity,” said Chris Cassady, Ph.D., BioZyme Director of Beef Technical Sales.
Benefits of VitaFerm Sure Start Gel
The new VitaFerm Sure Start Gel offers several benefits to give newborns a sure start. Like all VitaFerm products, it contains AO-Biotics® Amaferm®, a research-proven prebiotic that supports digestibility by stimulating beneficial microbes. Furthermore, this innovative gel:
- Delivers IgY antibodies derived from Salmonella, E. coli, bovine rotavirus, bovine coronavirus, Cryptosporidium, Clostridium and MOS for broad support of the immune system.
- Provides nutritional support to maximize calf vigor.
“VitaFerm Sure Start Gel is research-proven to enhance the efficacy of the antibodies the cow naturally passes to her calf, giving your calves every chance to develop their immune system and capitalize on healthy, efficient performance,” Cassady said.
This single-dose product comes in a 30 mL tube and you should administer it after the calf has had colostrum. For best results, we recommend giving it within the first 24 hours of birth. Repeat daily as needed. The bright orange color allows for a distinct recognition of administration.
What Differentiates Sure Start Calf Gel?
If you are a producer and Google search “calf gel,” endless options present themselves. However, not all calf gel is created the same. Many recommend use immediately after the calf is born. At BioZyme, our scientists know the importance of colostrum. That is why we have suggested using the Sure Start Gel after that calf gets its mother’s first milk.
Furthermore, all BioZyme products are research-proven, meaning we have trialed them and know they do what we say they do. BioZyme has more than 150 research papers and presentations across all products for all species. We want our dealers and our customers to know that we have all animals’ best interests at heart. That’s why research has been at our company’s foundation for more than 60 years.
Another way that the VitaFerm Sure Start Gel distinguishes itself from the competition is its value. Yes, one tube is one dose, which makes it easy to administer – no guessing if you over- or under-applied. Calves are getting some of the best technology on the market, all for under $13 a dose, at the suggested retail price. Some other calf gels are priced at $18 or more per dose, and they do not contain Amaferm or the complete suite of antibodies that Sure Start Gel does.
Finally, our team is not just scientists in white lab coats making products for producers and animal lovers. The BioZyme team is comprised of producers – cattle producers – just like our customers. They know the value of calf gel that contains Amaferm and other key antibodies to protect the immune system.
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No, calf gels are not created equally. Yes, some of the ingredients appear the same. The dosing instructions might seem similar. However, there is one brand that you can rely on. It’s research-proven and contains Amaferm, IgY antibodies, MOS and Broad Shield technology.
Get your VitaFerm Sure Start Gel today. VitaFerm Sure Start Gel is available from an authorized BioZyme dealer near you.
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