Nutritional Consulting Services
Dr. Drew offers tailored nutritional consulting services for calf producers seeking to improve performance, survivability, and cost efficiency. Every recommendation is grounded in over 30 years of experience and adjusted to fit your specific operation, feed resources, and goals.
The Approach
Consulting work focuses on helping producers develop or refine their calf feeding programs, from newborn to post-weaning phases. Dr. Drew does not promote branded products or one-size-fits-all formulas. Instead, he helps identify what works based on your management style, labor capacity, local resources, and performance targets.
No generic formulas
Recommendations are built for your operation, not a one-size-fits-all program.
Built around your operation
Programs fit your management style, labor capacity, and local feed resources.
Measured against your targets
Success is judged on the performance and cost goals your operation sets.
Program Assessment & Formulation Review
Current Program Evaluation
Dr. Drew begins by reviewing your existing feeding protocols, feed types, mixing practices, and observed outcomes. Common focus areas include:
- Milk replacer and liquid feeding strategies
- Starter and grower formulation
- Transition planning from liquid to solid feed
Nutrient Balance & Adjustments
He assesses whether energy, protein, mineral, and additive levels are appropriate for your calf type and goals. Recommendations may include:
- Adjusting protein-to-energy ratios
- Reviewing medication or probiotic use
- Modifying vitamin or trace mineral inclusion rates
Custom Formulation Support
For operations working with feed mills or private-label production, he designs research-based formulations that control feed cost. Support includes:
- Least-cost formulation to nutrient targets
- Ingredient selection from local feeds
- Mill-ready specs and mixing instructions
On-Site or Remote Monitoring
Growth & Intake Observations
He monitors average daily gain, feed intake patterns, and physical condition over time to help fine-tune your program.
Troubleshooting & Trend Review
When issues arise, such as inconsistent growth, digestive upset, or poor weaning outcomes, he helps identify the root cause and provides corrective options based on data and observation.
Weaning Strategies
Dr. Drew works with producers to ensure calves are nutritionally prepared for weaning, minimizing growth disruption and health risks during the transition.
Ongoing Support
Once a program is in place, Dr. Drew remains available for follow-up questions, performance tracking, and formulation adjustments. Whether your goals shift or new challenges arise, he provides continued guidance to help you stay on track.
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