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Consistent, high-quality colostrum is one of the most important factors in early calf health. This case study highlights how Lyndell Dairy in Lyndon Station, Wisconsin improved its colostrum management program by adopting the ColoQuick colostrum management system. The change delivered measurable improvements in calf immunity, feeding consistency, and overall health.
Inconsistent Colostrum Management Limited Calf Health
Before using ColoQuick, Lyndell Dairy, a 500-cow registered Holstein herd, struggled with a common issue: inconsistent colostrum handling. Their process lacked structure and made it difficult to deliver reliable results to newborn calves.
Key challenges included:
- Colostrum was only tested when someone was available.
- Storage relied on dated Ziploc bags in a refrigerator for short periods.
- Warming colostrum required manual hot-water baths with inconsistent temperatures.
- Protocols varied by person, creating different outcomes from calf to calf.
Despite strong herd management, calf health during the first seven to ten days did not meet expectations. Scours occurred more often than they wanted, and overall calf performance was inconsistent. Improving the first feeding had been a priority for the Madland family for years.
“We didn’t really have a super strict protocol when it came to testing the colostrum. We just collected it into gallon Ziploc bags, dated them, and kept them in the refrigerator for a few days.”
The Solution: The ColoQuick Colostrum Management System
A local representative introduced Sandy and Troy Madland to ColoQuick, and the family quickly recognized its potential. Within six months of installation, their entire colostrum program had become more structured, efficient, and consistent.
Benefits after adoption included:
- Every batch of colostrum is tested and recorded for quality control.
- Standardized colostrum bags and freezer storage create an organized inventory.
- The ColoQuick thawing system provides consistent warming and feeding temperatures.
- Clear, easy-to-train protocols ensure every employee follows the same steps.
- Cleaner, more controlled handling supports better hygiene and overall calf health.
Stronger Calves and More Consistent Performance
Since switching to ColoQuick system, Lyndell Dairy reports noticeable improvements across its calf program:
- Healthier calves in the critical seven-to-ten-day window
- Fewer cases of scours
- More consistent passive transfer and early performance
Sandy describes ColoQuick as “very easy to use” and appreciates that it delivers “very consistent colostrum at a consistent temperature all the time.”
“I am seeing better results in my calf health, especially in that seven- to ten-day range — just less scouring and healthier calves.”
A Practical Upgrade for Dairies Focused on Calf Health
Lyndell Dairy’s experience shows how a modern colostrum management system can immediately strengthen calf immunity, reduce disease pressure, and improve early growth. For dairies looking to improve colostrum consistency and calf health, ColoQuick offers:
- A structured, repeatable protocol
- Simple and intuitive for every team member
- Reliable temperature and quality consistency
- Clear improvements in calf wellness
ColoQuick helped Lyndell Dairy turn good intentions into measurable results, one consistent feeding at a time.
