Milk replacer: farm glossary
Milk replacer is a formulated product used in place of milk in an appropriate young-animal feeding programme. The product is intended for a stated species and life stage. The powder’s nutrient profile describes the powder, while the mixed liquid also includes the water added. Powder weight and final liquid volume describe separate quantities in the feeding plan.
Compiled from open-access scientific sources.
A farm example
Milk-replacer powder is mixed with water at the rate and temperature specified on the product label. Powder weight, water volume and the final amount offered describe the calf, lamb or kid’s feeding.
Everyday use
HerdMobile’s feed library distinguishes young-animal products and powder references. Animal and feeding notes help retain the product, date and observations alongside the calf, lamb or kid’s history.
How HerdMobile helps
Bring your animals, feed stocks and farm accounts together on your Android phone. HerdMobile keeps your daily work moving offline: record events, compare feed quantities and follow sales and payments in one place. Use your own feeds and herd information to prepare a ration, then keep a backup file under your control.
