Ancalf™ Finisher
A high-quality finishing CMR with curding properties, suitable for 21 days old through to weaning.
Benefits
- Suitable from 21 days old through to weaning, when calves are becoming able to digest more complex proteins.
- Designed to lower the overall cost of calf rearing after feeding high quality colostrum, whole milk or Ancalf™ premium calf milk replacer
- 22% protein and 20% fat primarily from high quality dairy sources, providing essential nutrition for growth and development.
- Good casein component, providing a good partial curd, to assist with initial digestion in the stomach and improved nutrient supply & uptake.
- Actigen® prebiotic is able to support immune defence, gut microbial health and gut function and development, thereby promoting overall health and performance
- Specific vitamins and minerals to enhance calf development and health.
- Does not contain a coccidiostat, suitable for Bobby calves.
- Every batch thoroughly tested to provide product consistency and meet rigorous Fonterra quality standards.
- Can be used in automatic feeders.
Calculate your savings
How to save with Ancalf™ Finisher
Vat Milk vs Ancalf™ Finisher CMR
Swap your herd’s whole milk for Ancalf™ Finisher CMR and you could be better off at the end of the season.
Mixing Calculator
Easily determine your mixing quantities based on your herd size and age, plus add in litres of whole milk if combining with milk from the vat.
See the numbers for your farm.
Manufactured in New Zealand
A pre-biotic plus vitamins & minerals enhance health
Easy to mix and versatile
Feeding guidelines
If a feeding level of 13% of body weight is selected, as the preferred feeding regime, the below example will provide you guidance on feeding quantities. If your calf is larger or smaller than the averages indicated below, please adjust accordingly.
150 grams = 1 metric cup
Twice a day feeding - 150g/L
| Age | Approx. weight | Volume per feed | Grams per feed | Grams per day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-4 days | - | Colostrum or Jumpstart™ fed ad-lib | ||
| 5-21 days | 30kg | Ancalf™ CMR | ||
| 22-32 days | 50kg | 3L | 450g | 900g |
| 33 days to weaning | 60kg | 3.5L | 525g | 1050g |
Once a day feeding - 300g/L
| Age | Approx. weight | Volume per feed | Grams per feed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-4 days | - | Colostrum or Jumpstart™ fed ad-lib | |
| 5-21 days | 30kg | Follow twice a day feeding guide | |
| 22-32 days | 50kg | 3L | 900g |
| 33 days to weaning | 60kg | 3.5L | 1050g |
Once a day transition
If moving from Ancalf twice daily feeding to a once daily feeding programme, ensure this is done gradually over at least 3 days to achieve a final mixing rate no higher than 300g/L. Total grams per day should remain the same, and calves must have ad-lib access to solid feed such as meal and hay to support rumen development.
For example, each day increase main feed mixing rate by 50g and also drop 1L from the other feed:
Day 0: AM 3L (450g) + PM 3L (450g). Total 900g daily
Day 1: AM 3L (600g) + PM 2L (300g). Total 900g daily
Day 2: AM 3L (750g) + PM 1L (150g). Total 900g daily
Day 3: AM 3L (900g)
Mixing instructions
1. Measure half the volume of warm water required for feeding
2. Add the required amount of Ancalf™ Finisher and mix thoroughly
Easy to mix
3. Top up with water to full feed volume required
4. Test milk is 38-40°C before feeding
