Uniform groups, predictable marketing.
Groups that grow apart cost space, time, and money. Those who provide support early keep the animals in step.
When the group falls out of step
Even small differences in the first weeks become more pronounced later. Weaker animals lag behind the average, occupy pens for longer, and delay the next batch.
Uneven daily weight gains
Differences of 100–200 g/day add up over the fattening period to significant weight ranges.
Higher treatment rate
Weaker animals are more susceptible to infections and cost more money.
Delayed marketing
Longer time in the pen reduces the pen’s profitability.
Why animals develop differently
The causes usually lie in the first few weeks.
1
Weak start
Stress after housing, poor colostrum supply, or infections slow development.
2
Subclinical burden
Low-level respiratory or digestive challenges reduce performance without the animal appearing overtly ill.
3
Uneven supply
Lower-ranking animals do not get sufficient access to the feed trough and drinkers – deficits become more pronounced.
Those who support the weaker animals early
balance the entire group.
What keeps the group uniform
Three levers to catch up stragglers and bring the group evenly into the fattening period.
Relieve the respiratory tract
Plant-based ingredients and vitamins support the animal under infection pressure.
Promote vitality
Vitamins and trace elements compensate for deficits in lower-ranking animals.
Synchronize growth
High-energy milk replacer and feed supplements close the gap to the stronger animals.
Which product helps when?
Two products, one clear goal: compensate for uneven growth and stabilize the group.
For subclinical respiratory pressure
BEWI-SAN Pulmo
With dextrose, whey powder, and fenugreek – relieves the respiratory tract and strengthens vitality.
For uniform groups
BEWI-SAN Beef Calf Vital
Vitamins, trace elements, and herbs – targeted support for stragglers in the group.
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