The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Pedram Rezamand: Colostrum and Weaning Strategies | Ep. 69

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Pedram Rezamand from the University of Connecticut explains how colostrum management and weaning strategy shape calf health. Dr. Rezamand discusses passive immunity, physiological responses to weaning, feeding frequency, starter feed, and rumen development. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• Passive immunity transfer
• Colostrum management
• Weaning pace effects
• Feeding frequency choices
• Starter feed composition

Meet the guest:

Dr. Pedram Rezamand is a Professor & Department Head of Animal Science at the University of Connecticut. Dr. Rezamand earned a Ph.D. in Animal Science from the University of Connecticut. His work addresses calf nutrition and health, including colostrum management, passive immunity, weaning strategies, physiological responses, and early feeding practices that support rumen development. Learn more from Dr. Rezamand on The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms. 

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