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Denkavit USA As specialists in young animal nutrition, we are working today on livestock farming for tomorrow.

10/12/2026

🌾🚜 Happy National Farmers Day! 👩‍🌾👨‍🌾
Today, we pay tribute to the incredible hard work, resilience, and unwavering dedication of the farmers who sustain our communities. From rising with the sun to working around the clock, they grow the food and raise the resources that keep our world moving.
Farmers play a vital role in global food security and economic stability. As a small token of our appreciation for their continuous hard work, sacrifice, and perseverance, we want to say a massive thank you! 🌾💚
Drop a comment below to today! 👇

🔥 What a fantastic turnout! 🔥 Despite temperatures soaring into the low 100s, we were delighted to welcome customers, pa...
07/16/2026

🔥 What a fantastic turnout! 🔥

Despite temperatures soaring into the low 100s, we were delighted to welcome customers, partners, and members of the local community to our official Auburn, NY Facility Open House.

The event was more than a celebration of our newly expanded facility—it was an opportunity to connect, share knowledge, and demonstrate our continued commitment to supporting the dairy industry.

🏠 A look behind the scenes
Visitors enjoyed an exclusive tour of our upgraded Auburn facility, showcasing our continued investment in quality, innovation, and long-term support for dairy producers.

💼 Meet the people behind Denkavit USA
Guests had the opportunity to meet our administration, production, and facility teams, as well as Erik Buys, President & CEO and third-generation family leader, alongside Laura Zwerus, Managing Director of Denkavit USA.

🥛 Sharing expertise in calf nutrition
A highlight of the day was the presentation by renowned dairy consultant Dr. Jim Quigley, who shared the latest insights into calf nutrition and the role of high-quality calf milk replacers in supporting healthy growth and lifetime performance. At Denkavit, we believe that sharing practical, science-based knowledge is just as important as delivering high-quality nutritional solutions.

📜 Thank you to our special guests
We were honored to welcome New York State Senator Rachel May and Corey Mosher, Executive Director of the Legislative Commission on Rural Resources, for taking the time to visit our facility, meet our team, and learn more about our work.

A sincere thank you to everyone who joined us. We appreciate the trust of our customers, partners, and the agricultural community, and we look forward to continuing to support calf rearing with expertise, innovation, and proven nutritional solutions.

✨ Interested in learning more about our calf nutrition programs or products? We'd be happy to start the conversation.

06/15/2026

💧 Water: The Forgotten Nutrient for Calves 💧

Did you know that milk alone isn't enough to keep calves fully hydrated? While liquid feeds are vital, calves need unrestricted access to free drinking water from birth to truly thrive.
Here is why water is a gamechanger for the health and development of your calves:

🌱 1. Water Drives Rumen Development
Unlike milk, which bypasses the rumen and flows straight to the abomasum, free drinking water enters the rumen. This creates the environment needed for microbial growth and fermentation, helping transition the calf into a fully functioning ruminant.

📈 2. Water Boosts Feed Intake and Weight Gain
Water and feed intake go hand in hand. Research shows that calves drink about 4 liters of water for every 1 kilogram of starter feed they eat (nearly a half gallon per pound). Calves with free access to water consume more starter, exhibit enhanced ruminal papillae development and achieve greater average daily gains.

🌡️ 3. Water is Critical During Stress
Water requirements of a calf spike dramatically during challenging periods. Ensuring clean, unrestricted water is available is essential for recovery and survival during:
-Heat stress
-Cold stress
-Scours and diarrhea
-Weaning

Bottom Line: Don't delay water access. Providing clean, free-choice drinking water from day one is one of the easiest ways to secure long-term calf health and performance.

05/18/2026

🐮 Exciting things are happening at Denkavit USA!
We are continuously moving forward to remain your trusted supplier of quality calf milk replacer. Right now, our facility is buzzing with energy as we add more automation and state-of-the-art machinery. While there are a lot of moving parts behind the scenes, our focus remains exactly the same: producing the highest quality nutrition for your calves.🚜 Plus, we have an Open House coming up soon! Keep your eyes out for more details—we can’t wait to show you how we are investing in the future of your herd.

04/27/2026

☀️ Prepare for Warmer Days Ahead: Protecting Your Calves from Heat Stress ☀️
As the temperatures begin to climb, it is important to remember that our youngest herd members are also the most vulnerable. Unlike mature cows, young calves have an underdeveloped ability to regulate their own body temperature. With a limited capacity to sweat and a high surface-area-to-body-mass ratio, they can quickly shift from mild discomfort to severe physiological strain.
It’s Not Just the Heat—It’s the Humidity
To accurately measure risk, we look at the Temperature-Humidity Index (THI). Because calves rely on respiratory evaporation to cool down, high humidity makes it much harder for them to shed heat. While many producers wait for the "dog days" of summer to take action, research shows that calves actually begin to experience heat stress at a THI as low as 65–69. This means even a moderate day with high humidity can put your calves at risk!
The Hidden Impact: Gut Health & Immunity
Heat stress does more than just make a calf pant; it causes a "silent" internal crisis. To stay cool, a calf redirects blood flow away from the digestive tract and toward the skin. This starves the intestinal lining of oxygen, weakening the gut barrier and making the calf more susceptible to pathogens and inflammation.
When a calf’s body is busy fighting heat and gut stress, it diverts energy away from growth. The result? Lower feed efficiency, stalled weight gain, and a compromised immune system.
Proactive Strategies for Summer Success
To keep your calves on track for their performance goals, a proactive heat-abatement program is essential. We recommend a multi-layered approach:
✅ Prioritize Airflow: Increasing ventilation through fans or mechanical systems is one of the most effective ways to lower re**al temperatures and respiration rates.
✅ Provide Shade: Solar radiation can make hutches much hotter than the ambient air. Ensure calves have access to shaded, well-ventilated areas.
✅ Unlimited Clean Water: Water consumption spikes during heat stress. Ensure water is always fresh, clean, and easily accessible.
✅ Maintain Hygiene: Keep bedding dry and pens clean to minimize disease pressure while the immune system is under stress.
✅ Close Observation: Monitor milk and starter intake closely. A drop in appetite is often the first sign that heat is taking a toll.
By protecting the gut and preserving energy for growth today, you are ensuring the long-term health and performance of your future herd.

Interested in learning more? Contact our Customer Service today to be put in touch with a representative in your area!!

How are you preparing your barn for the upcoming heat? Share your tips below! 👇

04/08/2026

There's more to coconut oil than you think!
Research indicates that incorporating higher levels of coconut oil, rich in Medium-Chain Fatty Acids (MCFA), into calf milk replacer significantly improves health and growth outcomes. A study done in our research facility in the Netherlands has shown that a 40% coconut oil inclusion, compared to 20%, reduces medical treatments from 26% to 17% and results in higher post-weaning body weights, with calves averaging nearly 9 lbs heavier by week 12. In Europe, a minimum inclusion of 20% of coconut oil is already standard practice in Denkavit milk replacer products, here in the USA we use levels even more elevated. Investing in these premium fats aids in antimicrobial defense and improves digestibility, ultimately providing a better return on investment by reducing the high costs associated with disease and reduced performance.
Reach out to your Denkavit Representative if you would like to learn more!

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20 Eagle Drive
Auburn, NY
13021

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