Bobby calves
Care and management of bobby calves
The NZVA believes that bobby calf welfare must meet the relevant legislation. NZVA members will continue to play an essential role in educating and supporting farmers, processors, industry bodies and legislators.
> NZVA position statement: Care and management of bobby calves
Bobby calves and restricted veterinary medicines
Residues in bobby calf products threaten trade, especially to the US. Veterinarians should take every reasonable action to ensure that no residues attributable to restricted veterinary medicines (RVMs) are present in bobby calves at slaughter and should retain evidence that they have done so.
> NZVA member guidelines: Bobby calves and restricted veterinary medicines, including dry cow therapy
