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    Medication Options | Guaranteed Analysis | Ingredients | Mix & Feeding Instructions

    • Merrick's Whole Milk Fortifier and Extender provides an easy option for fortifying and improving the quality of whole milk and extending the quantity of whole milk available for feeding calves.
  • Formulated for use with whole milk from the tank, hospital milk or fresh cow milk.
  • Fortified with vitamins and minerals.
  • Provides organic selenium to maximize availability.
  • Fortified with *ApexTM and *Ultra FOS® ST to optimize intestinal health of calves.

    * Apex is a registered trademark of BFI Innovations, Inc.  
    * Ultra FOS is a registered trademark of Encore Technologies

  • Optional medications of either Decoquinate or a combination of Oxytetracycline/Neomycin allow Merrick's Whole Milk Fortifier and Extender to be manufactured to meet the individual needs of the producer. Also available nonmedicated.
  • The use of Merrick's Whole Milk Fortifier and Extender provides the calf with a more consistent diet from day to day.

    Packaging
    Available in 25 lb pails and 50 lb easy-open bags with separate heat-sealed poly liners for moisture protection.

    Product No.

    34092511   25 lb pails Decoquinate
    34892511   25 lb pails Neo/Oxy
    34992511   25 lb pails Nonmedicated
    34092512   50 lb bags Decoquinate
    34892512   50 lb bags Neo/Oxy
    34992512   50 lb bags Nonmedicated



    NONMEDICATED
    MEDICATED:  550 g/ton Oxytetracycline & 1100 g/ton Neomycin Base (from Neomycin Sulfate)
    OR AVAILABLE WITH: 245 g/ton *DECCOX®
    *DECCOX® brand of Decoquinate is a registered
    trademark of Alpharma Inc.

    Guaranteed Analysis
    Crude Protein, minimum 33.00%
    Crude Fat, minimum 26.00%
    Crude Fiber, maximum 0.15%
    Added minerals, maximum 3.00%
    Vitamin A, minimum 187,000 IU/lb
    Vitamin D3, minimum 40,000 IU/lb
    Vitamin E, minimum 800 IU/lb

    INGREDIENTS

    Dried Whey, Dried Whey Product, Dried Milk Protein, Animal Fat preserved with BHA, Lecithin, Inulin, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid, Biotin, Riboflavin, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Niacin Supplement, Choline Chloride, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K Activity), Folic Acid, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Cobalt Sulfate, Iron Sulfate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate, Mineral Oil, Sodium Aluminosilicate, Garlic Extracts, Aniseed Extract, Cassia Extract, Rosemary Extract, Thyme Extract, Natural and Artificial Flavors.



    MIXING & FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS


    FORTIFIER

    When fortifying whole milk, add Merrick's Whole Milk Fortifier & Extender at a rate of 1½ oz of dry powder (1½ scoops*) per 2 quarts of whole milk. Feed approximately 2 quarts of milk TWICE DAILY. *Scoop in each 25 lb pail holds approximately 1 oz dry weight.


    EXTENDER MIXING CHART

    When extending your supply of whole milk, each calf should receive at least ½ gallon of this mixture TWICE DAILY, beginning immediately after colostrum feeding.

    Amount of Dry Powder by Weight* Gallons of Milk Gallons of Water Total Gallons Calves per Feeding
    12 oz 2 3 5 10
    2 lbs. 6 9 15 30
    5 lbs. 15 20 35 70
    7 lbs. 20 30 50 100
    25 lbs. 75 100 175 350
    50 lbs. 150 200 350 700

    *Dry powder should be weighed to determine recommended amount.


    FOR BEST RESULTS
  • Provide starter (grain mix) for calves when they are about 4 days of age and feed free choice up to appetite.
  • Calves can be weaned when they consume between 2 to 3 pounds of starter feed for 2 to 3 days.

  • Weaning time may need to be adjusted for smaller calves.


    • GOOD MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
  • Good newborn care is crucial to maximize calf survival rates. Immediate feeding of colostrum is one of the most important steps to increase the survival and health of newborn calves. Feed 2 quarts of high quality, first milking colostrum within the first 30 minutes after birth. Feed an additional 2 quarts at 6 to 12 hours of age. Continue feeding colostrum through the third day after birth.
  •  Have fresh, clean water available at all times.

  • Do not feed hay until after weaning, when calves are consuming adequate amounts of dry starter.

  • Calves should be housed in clean, dry individual pens that are well ventilated and draft free.

  • Avoid sudden changes in temperature.


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