#milk replacer for calves

[divya1234]

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[imonthemoonitsmadeofcheese]

Oolong

Look! Look! Art by @dredgenaves for my story!!!

It was early and many of the market vendors had not opened up their shops, carts, or stalls yet in the rubble of the last city where everyone routinely gathered for commerce. Eris wondered if the Drifter also preferred the lack of people or if his insistence that they come this early to ‘avoid the crowds’ was entirely for her benefit. Probably for her, she realized. A crowd, for him, would simply be a cloak of invisibility.

She reached out and touched a t-shirt, rubbing the cloth between her fingertips, smiling at the softness of it.

“That one? Really?” the Drifter asked her.

“The material feels nice.”

“You uh… don’t see colours the same way, do ya?”

“No. What colour is it?”

He waited a few moments, watching her fondle it, and then leaned in close and whispered in her ear. “Bubblegum pink.”

Eris drew her hand away as though the shirt had bitten her.

He laughed, picked up the shirt, and held it up against her, eyeballing the fit.

Eris gave him a look that could curdle milk…or blood.

“I have limits, Rat, and that is well beyond them.”

He laughed again and turned to the merchant.

“Do you have this, but in black or maybe grey?”

The vendor pointed to a pile of clothing in a barrel on the other side of a table.

Eris heaved an audible sigh of relief.

The Drifter began picking through it. “This might do,” he pulled a couple of pieces into his hand. “We'll want to add in a layer or two.”

“We don't even know if they will fit.”

“Oh these'll fit.” He paid the merchant.

“How do you know?”

He gave her a sideways look with a half smile and licked his lips.

“Hmmm…”

“Oooo…” the Drifter stopped at a spice vendor they were walking past who was just opening up their stall.

Eris found the cacophony of scents overwhelming and wandered past the spices to an area filled with pottery. The elderly pottery vendor looked at her suspiciously. Eris found a selection of chunky looking mugs and began to pick up individual ones to sense their weight and feel how the handles felt against her hands.

“You should get two.” The Drifter’s voice was by her ear.

“I was thinking of it. What colours are these?”

“That one’s green and that one’s blue. Both dark and swirly. They don’t match but they also sorta go together. They look nice.”

“Very well.”

“Smell this.” He shoved a small bag in her face.

She sighed and inhaled. “Oh… that is nice… is it tea?”

“Yup. They said it’s oo-long, whatever the hell that is. Smells fancy.”

Eris smiled. “It is. I like oolong.”

“Well we got some now and if you get mugs we can put it in them and be fancy together.”

Eris took the mugs she’d selected to the nervous pottery vendor and attempted to be non-threatening. He took her glimmer with shaking hands.

“Now, let's find you some boots that don't look like they're for walking on the moon.” Drifter tugged at her elbow.

“Everything about me looks like it's for walking on the moon… Because I spend most of my time walking… on the moon.”

“Yeah well, we ain’t goin’ to the moon which is why we’re getting ya non-moon shit for those rare times when you ain’t on the moon.”

“Hmmm…”

“This place has a bench. Here.” He tossed her a pair of dark brown leather hiking boots. “Try those on.”

“The feet fit,” she said after a few minutes, “...but the calves and ankles are a bit too wide.”

“Really? Let me see.”

He knelt one knee on the ground in front of her and pulled her foot up onto his leg. His hands slid along her calf down next to her ankle. Eris would have sworn his hands were empty, especially since she had felt all his fingers caress her gently, but there was a sudden weight and she felt an object pressed against her ankle. Something several inches long in a leather sheath.

He tightened the boot laces and tied them off with a bow.

“Nah I think that's perfect.”

He pulled her pant leg down to cover the knife.

“Let me see the other one,” he grinned.

“Hmmm…”

She replaced her left foot with her right as he repeated what he had done.

“You just ain't tyin’ it right, Moondust.” He looked up at her with mischievous eyes. “Try that. Walk around a bit. Make sure it feels good.”

He stayed on one knee as she stood and walked from one side of him around to the other. She reached out a hand and brushed her fingertips against the side of his beard. He leaned into her hand like a cat and looked up at her with affection.

“I think you might like being on your knees in front of me,” she said quietly enough so that only he could hear.

He blinked rapidly, looked away from her, and gave a nervous laugh. “Now that’s a dangerous observation for you to make.”

“Hmmm…”

“Boots good, though?” He stood.

“Yes. The additions are… comforting.”

“Ain’t never met a hunter… current… or former… who thought there was such a thing as too many knives.” He winked at her.

The Drifter spent some time talking with the leather worker while he was paying for the boots. They conversed in a language Eris did not understand. The Drifter seemed to be asking for something beyond the boots and the vendor asked a few more questions before they came to an agreement and glimmer exchanged hands.

Eris looked around at the market. More people were arriving now. More vendors were opening up their shops in the rubble. A small child stared at her over a barrel of apples. Eris stared pointedly back. An adult behind the child called it away. A few moments later it returned to stare at her over the apples again. She couldn’t see the face, only dark hair and eyes wide with fascination. No fear. Only inquisitiveness. Eris stared back, one side of her lip quirked up in a small smile.

“You frightening children?” The Drifter teased her, pulled gently at her elbow.

“No. They are not afraid.” Eris turned to follow him. “I appreciate naked curiosity. It is so much more refreshing than fear.”

A lone Eliksni was setting up a stall slightly apart from the others, pulling out bolts of cloth and placing them on a table. The Drifter tugged Eris’ elbow again and walked over to converse with the cloth merchant in fluent Eliksni. Eris followed, impressed.

She was able to understand the essence of what they were saying but her Eliksni was mostly gathered from reading books with Eido and what she’d picked up fighting Fallen on the moon. The alien language flowed from the Drifter’s lips and hands as naturally as the unknown human language had before with the boot vendor. He asked specifically about colours first, and then softness, elasticity, flexibility, absorbency. The merchant’s bottom two hands pulled out a bolt of cloth while the top two gesticulated regarding the craftsmanship of the weaving and the materials used.

“Hey, Moondust, touch this one for me, will ya?”

She reached over and fondled the cloth. It felt soothing, light, yet strong. The texture was instantly pleasing to her. She gave the merchant a small smile.

“Yes,” she said quietly but firmly.

A portion of the cloth was cut and folded. Drifter asked about the price. The merchant pointed to Eris and asked a question she did not follow. The Drifter nodded. The merchant raised all four of its hands in refusal. The Drifter insisted and suggested a price. The merchant shook his head and protested. Drifter put a small bag of glimmer on the table. Nods of respect were exchanged. The Eliksni looked toward Eris, bowed deeply, and spoke much more slowly. “Thank you,” he said in his own language, and then he switched to theirs, “...thank you. Eido told us. It is… great honour… thank you…”

They both gave the merchant a small bow in respect before turning away.

“What has Eido been telling people?” Eris asked him quietly as they walked toward several stalls containing fresh vegetables.

“It seems the scribe of the House of Light may have informed them how one of their allies took the wind outta the sails of not one, but two hive gods, at great personal risk to herself, and lived.”

“Hmmm… The Eliksni material feels delightful. What is it for?”

“Your eyes. What you have now is all rough and scratchy. I seen where it chafes. This is light enough it can go underneath between what you have now and yer skin. Won’t look different at all, but it’ll be soothing on your face. Feel nice. I ain’t telling you to hide or not hide your eyes. That’s a you decision. Nor am I telling you what to wear, on your eyes or otherwise. But… you should get to feel nice… if and when you want to.”

She took his hand and squeezed it.

The sounds of the market were beginning to pick up, voices all around were increasing: negotiations, call-outs, the occasional shouting. Eris found it all very overwhelming. Outside of combat, she was never around this many people at once. Her pulse quickened. The Drifter was a central point of calm for her in the swirling noise, but the noise was increasing. She gripped his hand tighter. He looked over at her, concerned.

“It is loud,” she explained.

He nodded and pulled them into an alley and around a corner, which helped to cut the noise.

“Thank you.”

“I think we got everything we need at this point and the day has now fully started so it’s only going to get louder. Shall we bug outta here and go tell Sherlock Mamma-bear we’re running off so she does not hunt us down and nova bomb our camp out of concern for our wellbein’?”

“Yes.”

“All right. Back alleys and shortcuts will be quieter on our way back.” He took both her hands in his as he started walking backwards, slightly bouncing on his toes. “This is my bag, Moondust. Allow me give ya a quick tour of the sketchy side of town.”

His eyes sparkled in glee as she laughed and followed him down the alley.

This is the first in a series I wrote on Ao3 called Embers and Stars (aka Eris and the Drifter go camping and then there is violence). FYI a few of the later sections have some nsfw happyfunsexytimes but those sections are clearly marked with skip links for anyone who isn't into that but wants to still read the stories.

[devoted1989]

Male calves are often considered entirely disposable by the dairy industry, though some farms are equipped to exploit them for other purposes. Regardless, no male calf will live beyond the age of 2 years before being killed - and in some cases, the end can come within the first few hours of life.

Male dairy calves can be sold for beef production to eventually be turned into food like hamburgers. They're sent to feedlots, which are penned-in facilities that can hold up to 150,000 cattle, where they are confined and fed grain diets so that they gain weight and can be slaughtered as quickly as possible.

Calves are separated from their mothers, fed an artificial milk replacement, and prevented from fully socializing or even touching another animal until they are sent to the slaughterhouse, which occurs when calves are 8-16 weeks old.

In the United Kingdom, where veal crates have long been outlawed due to their overt cruelty, it's often cheapest to simply shoot male calves shortly after their birth. In the UK, close to 60,000 male calves are disposed of in this way every year. This practice is also disturbingly common in the United States, and in Australia, where one survey revealed that around 600,000 male calves were killed on dairy farms every year when they are just a week old.

Image with kind permission from The Ethic Whisper.

@theethicwhisper

[shadow-book-wren]

Yule Superstitions

Animals

Legend says animals can speak on Christmas Eve but not to listen for them because it is unlucky to hear them

Some cattle ranchers believe that if the first person to cross the threshold on Christmas eve is female, only heifers will be born on the ranch for the next year. however, if it is a male, many male calves will be born

Feeding a sprig of mistletoe to the first calf-bearing cow of the new year ensures future fertility for both

Some British believe that ivy leaves fed to each cow after milking and before noon on Christmas morning will force the devil away from the herd and keeper for the next 12 months

If the stars are bright on Christmas Eve, hens will lay well the next year

Monsters

In Sweden, its believed that trolls travel freely through countryside from dusk on Christmas eve to dawn on Christmas morning. its common practice to stay indoor during those hours, in Sweden.

Greece and Poland considers it unlucky to be born on Christmas eve and Christmas day because the roaming monsters - kallikantzaroi (Greece) and werewolves (Poland) can capture the newborn's spirit for their own devices

It is customary, in Greece, to burn all old shoes to ward off misfortune in the new year

Ghost refuse to come out of hiding on Christmas day, babies born then are said to be forever free of ghostly troubles

Food

Refusing mincemeat pie on Christmas brings bad luck in the next year

You will lose a friend before next Christmas, if you don't eat plum pudding during the holiday season

Eat an apple at midnight on Christmas Eve for ensuring good health

Leave a loaf of bread on the table, after Christmas Eve, to guarantee plenty of bread for the household in the coming year

Christmas cakes must remain uncut until December 24, and one piece left uneaten until after Christmas day to ensure good fortune

In Germany, it's customary to eat greasy pancakes on the winter solstice and leave some on the table to feed the winter hag so that she doesn't "hunt you down, slice open your belly, and take the cakes right out"

Gift Giving

When giving clothing for a gift, don't wash or iron or it will press in bad luck and wash away good

House

Make sure all fires in your home burn throughout Yuletide season in order to be free of evil spirits

Some Scandinavian families place all their shoes side by side on Christmas Eve to bring harmony in the home

If you have holes in your stocking, hanging them upside down on the hearth before bed on Christmas Eve is said to have them repaired by St. Nick

Place a cherry tree branch in water two weeks before Christmas. if the branch blossoms by Christmas Day you'll have good luck in the new year.

If you fix a hole in your roof between Christmas and New Year's Day it will reappear

You'll have bad luck if you bring holly into your home before Christmas Eve, and triple bad luck if it's removed before January 6th

Mistletoe has to stay hung in place for one year to ensure good luck and when replaced, the old one should be burned

Burn evergreen and decorations of evergreens to ensure good luck

There is an ancient German custom that states that things with wheels, especially spinning ones- may not be used from 5 days before the solstice until six days after it or else the sun causes all fleece and fiber to tangle beyond repair

Marriage Omens

In Germany, girls play a holiday game, seemingly similar to duck-duck-goose, where the first player to be touched by the blindfolded goose will be first to marry of the participants.

In England on Christmas Eve, its customary for unmarried girls to knock on the hen house door... if a rooster crows in response, she'll be married within 12 months

In Northern Europe, some girls arrange three buckets of water in their bedroom, pin three sprigs of holly to their nightgowns before sleeping and are awakened by three shouts and three chuckles. an apparition of their future husbands will appear and if the buckets are rearranged - the marriage proposal wont have any issues ; If they aren't - they may not be a willing partner

In Poland, it is believed that grinding poppy seed on Christmas Eve will ensure a quick marriage for unmarried women

Tossing twelve sage leaves on Christmas Eve winds will make the image of your future lover materialize

Weather

If the night sky on Christmas Eve is clear and starry, summer harvest will be abundant

The 12 days of Christmas tells the weather for each following months. ex: first day of Christmas = snowy ; January = snowy

Easter will be cold if it doesn't snow on Christmas

if Christmas Day is breezy there will be good luck for the new year

[plainramennoodles]

Preparing milk replacer for my two (2) calves at 7 in the morning

[cyberrat]

89th Batch Of Fics: 20th Fill

Tim Drake/OC – Milky Verse – Gotham Timeline – Part 82 – noncon/dubcon; dark verse; forced body modification – Milk Man finally makes an appearance but Tim would rather he stay far, far away from him.

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Tim is trying to fight it but his own body is betraying him. Try as he might, he just can’t shake himself out of the odd cotton-y sensation that has enveloped him. He’s not even thinking any thoughts; not really. All that does happen is he is feeling things, all of them unpleasant, and all of them centering around the fact that he’s getting his mouth held closed while it is filled with the slime.

The ache has subsided almost immediately, replaced with an odd hypersensitive tingling that has his cock lifting like the stupid, brainless thing that it is.

He doesn’t want to swallow the slime. It tastes just like it smells: sweet and overwhelmingly fruity. His stomach roils, clenching hard enough that some of the goop actually is dribbling out from his nose and starting to choke him.

Tim lifts his hands, intent on clawing at Ned’s arm to rip his hand off his mouth but all that he manages is to vaguely hold on to it.

“...What is happening here?”

Ned’s hand vanishes. Tim leans forward and opens his mouth. He does not puke; the whole mess just simply falls out of him as he starts to catch his breath. Then the voice registers and his eyes flick up to stare at the Milk Man.

He’s an odd little man. Short and skinny in a way that Ned is huge and hulking. He has a mild-mannered, kind of sharp face that reminds Tim of a rodent because he does not want to admit that the bastard is handsome. He does not want to admit any positive qualities. Like that he looks very put together and his dark eyes have a way of looking sympathetic as if it wasn’t him specifically that put Tim and the other calves through this ordeal.

He doesn’t want to admit that his words have a habit of getting under his skin. That he’s effortlessly charming and that it doesn’t surprise him that a fucking idiot like Ned would follow him into this whole mess. (Nevermind that he must be paying his idiot goon cold, hard cash.)

Tim tries to say something but his mouth still isn’t operating quite like it should be and his body is actively struggling against him trying to pull himself out of this odd headspace.

Ned is gesturing a bit helplessly at him with one of his large hands. He gives off the air of a child trying to tell their parent that they weren’t the one responsible for whatever fuck-up happened.

“I put him in the new machine and he got himself so worked up, he started bitin’ his tongue off.”

Milk Man frowns. He looks thoughtful, not moving an inch from his space right inside the door. He has his hands folded behind his back and while Tim is reasonably sure he does not have a weapon back there, he still feels threatened. He can’t help it.

“I see. He acts very… odd right now, though, doesn’t he?” Milk Man says with that gentle cadence. He looks like he is worried and Tim feels sick. He gathers more of his saliva and spits it out on the ground because it still tastes like that slick. He doesn’t think he’ll ever be able to eat fruity treats again – but the ache in his mouth has miraculously vanished.

“Yeah,” Ned confirms, scratching the back of his head. “He just kinda stopped all of a sudden? Got all… uh… soft.”

That for some reason makes Milk Man’s face light up. His mouth stretches into a wide grin, dark eyes flicking from Ned to Tim who shies away before he can force himself to stay still and stoic.

He frowns, annoyed with his own treacherous body.

Milk Man finally takes a step forward. He pulls his arms from behind him and gestures in the air, clearly excited by the development as he says: “Is that so? Fascinating. Wonderful! Did you use any of the trigger phrases?”

“Uh no. Kinda didn’t have much time to implement ‘em yet? Don’t think he’d react to ‘em much.”

The ratty face lights up in excitement, dark eyes glittering as he rushes forward, his arms outstretched like he wants to pull Tim into a hug.

Tim, despite the softness that has enveloped the edges of his brain, recoils, his arms coming up in defense. Still, Milk Man grasps him by the shoulders, his hands overly warm on his skin as he affectionately squeezes him and leans down until Tim can see that there are goddamn freckles on his nose.

He hates them. He hates them and he hates this goddamn asshole that looks so excited it makes him twenty years younger.

“You wonderful, wonderful cow-to-be! You are exactly what I am talking about here! This ease with which your body complies to its natural conclusion! It is yearning for its ideal state of being; so much so that it puts you into a subspace simply for finally getting offered what it needs to change. No-” he corrects himself, frowning as his gaze slides away from Tim and up above his head. He’s staring into the middle distance as he slowly rights himself back up, his hands still grasping a hold of Tim’s shoulders. “It’s not a change. It is a… it is a development. You and all those other wonderful calves. You all already have inside you what you need to become more. To become whole.”

Tim presses his lips into a tight line. He wants to jerk his arms up and knock the disgusting hands off of himself, but his body is too sluggish for anything so grandiose. Instead he just weakly pushes Milk Man off and the other, too caught up in his own fantasy, lets it happen.

“You are insane.” His voice is more steady than he thought it would be. The words sound so garbled in his head that he does not think they will even be understandable, but the serene expression on Milk Man’s face shifts a little and he finally glances at Tim’s eyes instead of just his general… everything.

“Pardon?”

Tim swallows. He pushes himself into a bit more of an upright position from the slump he had been in, though that very distractingly rubs his ass against the hard bench he’s on. His hole feels perversely swollen, the puffy rim and insides prickling still from the slick clinging to him.

“You are holding us all against our will. You are doing something wrong and you don’t even realize it. So you are insane. And, like every other insane, evil fuck, you’ll get what’s coming to you. Sooner or later. Batman-” now it is his turn to bite his lips and shut the fuck up, a sick feeling of shame curling through his abdomen and settling up high in his chest.

Milk Man looks intrigued. “I am not hurting anybody. The only people hurting here are you calves. You hurt yourself. Both literally-” he gestures at Tim’s current position and the blood still caked to his chest and chin, “-as well as simply by being born this way and not getting the needed help to realize your full potential.”

He looks sympathetic then. Honestly sad.

“Batman sees it, too. The work I am doing. Or else he would be here right now, right? Yes. Just… relax and accept.”

Tim, stewing in anger, would never.

[aardvark-123]

~Very Good Ideas for Skyrim Mods~

Immersive Bandits: Generic bandits in every bandit dungeon are replaced with a new bandit clan or similar organisation. Lost Knife Hideout, for example, is where one Falanu Thunder-Axe is trying to establish an independent hold. Instead of robbing the place, players can barter for quest items such as Kharjo's moon amulet. Brodir Grove is home to a small barbarian book club, dedicated to gathering and protecting lost stories. To gain access to Brodir Grove, you must either best their strongest warrior in single combat or prove you've read twelve skill books. As a final example, Fort Greymoor is run by deserters from the Whiterun guard, who want to extort Hrongar and Jarl Balgruuf into posing for a nude calendar. Evil players can trick the Jarl and his brother into posing for suggestive portraits. Decent people can, time and weather permitting, burn Fort Greymoor to the ground, then make a sexy mudcrab calendar for charity.

Immersive Woolly Jumpers: Adds comfortable woolly jumpers to Skyrim. They come in five colours, each in six different outfits: with trousers, with a long skirt, under a robe, over leather armour, over steel armour, and for children. The jumpers are included in levelled lists for shops and random clothing, with enchanted variants found quite rarely in treasure chests. Marcurio and Brelyna both wear the robe version.

Immersive Woolly Cows: Most decently-sized farms get a bull, with a unique model and texture, in addition to three or four procedurally-generated cows and a couple of adorable calves. Regional prices for beef, milk and leather are set at the start of each new game, and are updated dynamically after every cattle-related occurrence. For example, you can kill all the cows in Whiterun to triple the price of beef, but a Werecow of Hircine just might come seeking revenge...

Immersive Woolly Tomboys: Braith, Dorthe and Runa Fair-Shield all wear jumpers.

Immersive Wellies: Adds comfortable Wellington boots to Skyrim in twenty-eight different colours, from green to pink, via yellow and black. They're light armour with an innate 25% shock resistance, because they're made of rubber-- no, sorry, they're made of lore-friendly Leyawiinese tree leather, which provides good insulation. Buy more Leyawiinese tree leather from travelling merchants to patch up your wellies.

Unimmersive Wellies: Places a portal to Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand, in the woods near Lake Ilinalta. The mod includes a life-sized replica of Te Whanganui-a-Tara, most of the greater metropolitan area, and enough of the surrounding hills for people to take nice-looking screenshots. There are about 500,000 NPCs living there, all with basic dialogue recorded by real, live New Zealanders, but there's no wood chopping block.

The Wonderful World of Guard Dogs: Every settlement in Skyrim gets a couple of guard dogs, wearing dog-sized guard helmets and blankets in their hold's colours. While they don't have the authority to make arrests, they'll fight off wild animals or bandits, sniff out thieves sneaking around, and play Fetch with the locals. Raven Rock has guard scribs instead, and Orsimer strongholds have guard echateres. And if that wasn't enough, there are bandit guard dogs, vicious ones trained to attack intruders on sight. Bandit guard dogs are levelled, and may turn out upon closer inspection to be bears. Most of them will ignore you if offered a sufficient bribe, such as a mammoth snout or a squeaky toy. Uniquely, Arcwind Point is guarded by a frost giant, who'll only let you in if you bring her a pitchfork to use as a back-scratcher.

The Wonderful World of Guide Dogs: The Dawnguard give Dexion Evicus a trained husky to help him navigate the castle.

[mbhazrat]

Behind the Milk: The Hidden Cruelty of the Dairy Industry

The idyllic image of a contented cow grazing in a lush green pasture is far from the reality for millions of dairy animals. The dairy industry animal cruelty, often romanticized as a cornerstone of rural life, is marred by systemic cruelty and exploitation.

Intensive Farming Practices:

Artificial Insemination: Cows are repeatedly artificially inseminated to ensure continuous milk production, disregarding their natural reproductive cycles.

Forced Calving: To maximize milk production, cows are often induced to calve prematurely, putting both the cow and calf at risk of health complications.

Calf Separation: Newborn calves are typically taken away from their mothers shortly after birth to be raised for veal or to produce dairy replacements. This separation causes immense distress to both the cow and calf.

Confined Spaces: Dairy cows are often kept in crowded, unsanitary conditions, with limited access to outdoor space. This can lead to various health problems, including lameness, mastitis, and respiratory infections.

Hormone Use:

Growth Hormones: To increase milk production, dairy cows are routinely injected with artificial growth hormones, which can lead to health problems, including mastitis and infertility.

Antibiotics: The overuse of antibiotics in the dairy industry contributes to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, posing a significant public health threat.

Ethical Concerns:

Animal Suffering: The intensive farming practices used in the dairy industry can cause immense suffering to animals. They are subjected to unnatural conditions, painful procedures, and separation from their young.

Environmental Impact: The dairy industry is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and water pollution.

Public Health Concerns: The overuse of antibiotics in the dairy industry can lead to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, posing a significant public health threat.

What Can You Do?

Choose plant-based alternatives: By opting for plant-based milk products, you can reduce your demand for dairy products and support more ethical and sustainable practices.

Support ethical dairy farms: If you choose to consume dairy products, look for farms that prioritize animal welfare and sustainable practices.

Educate others: Spread awareness about the cruelty of the dairy industry and encourage others to make informed choices.

By understanding the hidden dairy industry animal cruelty behind the dairy industry, we can take steps to reduce our consumption of dairy products and promote a more compassionate and sustainable food system.

[divya1234]

Boosting Calf Health and Growth with Calfvin: The Ultimate Milk Replacer Solution

Calf rearing is a critical component of successful dairy and beef operations, with the health and growth of young calves directly influencing the productivity and profitability of the herd. Ensuring that calves receive optimal nutrition during their early stages of life is paramount, and this is where Calfvin Calf Milk Replacer from Vinaya Ingredients comes into play. This advanced milk replacer is designed to provide essential nutrients, promote healthy growth, and support overall calf wellbeing.

Calfvin is meticulously formulated to replicate the nutritional profile of natural cow’s milk while incorporating additional beneficial ingredients. It contains a balanced blend of proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals, essential for the proper development of calves. The high-quality protein sources in Calfvin support muscle development and growth, while the carefully selected fats provide the necessary energy for active and healthy calves.

One of the standout features of Calfvin is its inclusion of essential vitamins and minerals. These micronutrients play a crucial role in various physiological functions, from bone development to immune system support. For instance, calcium and phosphorus are vital for bone strength, while vitamins A, D, and E contribute to vision, immune function, and skin health, respectively. By ensuring an adequate supply of these nutrients, Calfvin helps calves develop strong skeletal systems and robust immune responses.

In addition to its nutritional benefits, Calfvin offers practical advantages for farmers. Its easy-to-mix formula ensures quick preparation, saving valuable time in the daily routine. The consistency and palatability of the milk replacer encourage calves to consume their feed eagerly, reducing waste and ensuring consistent nutrient intake. Moreover, Calfvin’s stability during storage and transport ensures that its quality remains uncompromised, providing farmers with a reliable and effective solution.

Furthermore, Calfvin supports digestive health, which is critical during the early stages of a calf's life. Its carefully balanced formulation includes prebiotics and probiotics that promote a healthy gut microbiome, aiding in nutrient absorption and reducing the risk of digestive disorders. This holistic approach to nutrition ensures that calves not only grow well but also thrive, setting the stage for their future productivity.

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The Hidden Cruelty of the Dairy Industry: Unveiling the Abuse Behind Milk Production

The dairy industry, often perceived as a benign sector of agriculture, is fraught with cruelty and exploitation that is largely hidden from public view. From the moment calves are born to the milking of cows, the industry involves practices that cause significant suffering to animals. This article delves into the Dairy industry abuse, examining the life cycle of dairy cows, the physical and psychological impacts on these animals, and the ethical implications of dairy farming practices.

The Life Cycle of a Dairy Cow

The life of a dairy cow is one of continuous exploitation. Dairy cows are impregnated repeatedly to ensure a constant supply of milk. This process typically involves artificial insemination, a stressful and invasive procedure. Once a cow gives birth, her calf is usually taken away within 24 hours, causing immense distress to both mother and calf. The separation is done to maximize the amount of milk available for human consumption, rather than allowing the calf to nurse naturally.

Male calves, often considered a byproduct of the dairy industry, face a grim fate. They are typically sold for veal production or raised for low-quality beef, with many slaughtered at a young age. Female calves are raised to replace older dairy cows in the herd, continuing the cycle of exploitation.

Physical and Psychological Impact

The physical toll on dairy cows is severe. Cows are genetically selected and often given growth hormones to produce unnaturally high quantities of milk. This overproduction leads to a range of health problems, including mastitis, a painful udder infection that is prevalent in the dairy industry. Cows also suffer from lameness and joint issues due to the excessive weight of their enlarged udders and the stress of standing on hard surfaces for extended periods.

Psychologically, the constant cycle of impregnation, separation from calves, and intensive milking leads to significant stress and anxiety. Cows are highly social animals with strong maternal instincts. The repeated separation from their calves causes emotional trauma, evidenced by behaviors such as bellowing for their young and displaying signs of depression. The lack of social interaction and the unnatural living conditions further exacerbate their psychological suffering.

Confinement and Living Conditions

The living conditions in industrial dairy farms are often harsh and restrictive. Many dairy cows are kept in confined spaces with little room to move, often tethered or kept in cramped stalls. They are denied the ability to graze freely and engage in natural behaviors. Instead, they are fed a diet designed to maximize milk production, which can lead to digestive issues and further health problems.

In some farming systems, cows are housed in large sheds with concrete floors, which are hard on their hooves and joints. The lack of access to pasture and fresh air contributes to the overall decline in their physical and mental well-being. These conditions starkly contrast with the idyllic images often portrayed in dairy advertising.

Ethical and Moral Considerations

The ethical implications of dairy farming practices raise significant moral questions. The continuous cycle of exploitation, the physical suffering from health issues, and the psychological trauma of separation and confinement challenge the notion that dairy farming is a benign agricultural practice. The inherent cruelty involved in the production of milk and dairy products calls for a reevaluation of our dietary choices and the ethical standards we apply to food production.

Animal rights advocates argue that dairy farming is inherently inhumane and that the suffering inflicted on cows is unjustifiable. They highlight the sentience of cows, emphasizing their capacity to feel pain, fear, and distress. The ethical argument against dairy consumption parallels that against meat consumption, focusing on the need to minimize animal suffering and promote compassionate living.

Alternatives and the Call for Change

There is a growing movement towards plant-based alternatives to dairy products, driven by concerns for animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and health. Plant-based milks, such as those made from almonds, soy, oats, and coconuts, offer viable alternatives that do not involve the exploitation of animals. These products are becoming increasingly popular and accessible, providing consumers with choices that align with ethical values.

Advocating for change within the dairy industry itself is also crucial. Stricter regulations to improve animal welfare, better living conditions, and the reduction of practices that cause suffering are essential steps. Supporting local farms that prioritize humane treatment and transparency can also make a difference.

Conclusion

The dairy industry, often hidden behind a façade of pastoral innocence, is rife with abuse and suffering. From the continuous cycle of impregnation and separation to the harsh living conditions and health issues, dairy cows endure significant physical and psychological harm. The ethical implications of these practices call for a reexamination of our dietary choices and the standards we uphold in food production. Embracing plant-based alternatives and advocating for humane treatment within the industry can lead to a more compassionate and sustainable future for both animals and humans. The time to act is now, for the welfare of dairy cows and the integrity of our ethical values.

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The Hidden Cruelty: Abuse in the Dairy Industry

The dairy industry is often romanticized as a wholesome symbol of pastoral life, with images of happy cows grazing in green pastures. However, behind this idyllic facade lies a darker reality of systematic abuse and exploitation. This article sheds light on the hidden cruelty within the dairy industry, revealing the suffering endured by cows and calves in the pursuit of milk production.

Central to the cruelty of the Dairy industry abuse is the exploitation of female cows for their reproductive capabilities. In order to produce milk, cows must give birth to calves. These calves are typically separated from their mothers shortly after birth, causing immense distress to both the mother and the calf. Female calves may be raised to replace older cows in the milking herd, while male calves are often considered "by-products" of the industry and are either slaughtered for veal or raised for beef.

The separation of mother and calf is a deeply traumatic experience for both animals. Cows form strong bonds with their calves, displaying maternal instincts similar to those of humans. The anguish and grief expressed by cows when their calves are taken away are evident, with many exhibiting signs of distress such as calling out for their young and displaying erratic behavior. Meanwhile, the fate of the calves is equally bleak, as they are deprived of their mother's milk and nurturing care, which are essential for their well-being.

Beyond the emotional trauma of separation, dairy cows endure physical suffering as well. In order to maximize milk production, cows are subjected to a continuous cycle of impregnation through artificial insemination. This process can be invasive and painful, as it involves the insertion of instruments into the cow's reproductive tract. Additionally, the intensive milking regimes employed on dairy farms can lead to painful udder infections such as mastitis, which are exacerbated by unhygienic conditions and overuse of antibiotics.

The living conditions on many dairy farms further exacerbate the suffering of cows. Confined to crowded and unsanitary environments, cows are often deprived of the opportunity to engage in natural behaviors such as grazing and socializing. Instead, they spend much of their lives confined to concrete stalls or crowded pens, leading to physical ailments such as lameness and joint problems. The constant stress and discomfort experienced by dairy cows compromise their welfare and contribute to a diminished quality of life.

Ethical concerns also arise from the disposal of "spent" dairy cows once their milk production declines. Many are sent to slaughterhouses, where they face a terrifying and painful death. The inherent cruelty of the dairy industry extends beyond the individual suffering of animals to encompass broader environmental and social issues. The production of dairy products contributes to deforestation, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbating climate change and environmental degradation.

Addressing the abuse in the dairy industry requires a fundamental shift towards more ethical and sustainable practices. Consumers can make a difference by choosing plant-based alternatives to dairy products or opting for products from farms that adhere to higher animal welfare standards. Supporting local and organic dairy producers who prioritize the well-being of their animals can also help drive positive change within the industry. Additionally, advocating for stronger regulations and enforcement to protect the rights of dairy cows and calves is essential.

In conclusion, the Dairy industry abuse is a stark reminder of the hidden costs of milk production. Behind the glossy advertisements and cheerful images lies a reality of suffering and exploitation endured by cows and calves. By raising awareness, making ethical consumer choices, and demanding accountability from dairy producers, we can work towards a future where compassion and respect for animals are prioritized over profit and exploitation.

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each one of these hutches contains a baby cow

Male calves are surplus to the dairy industry so many are raised for veal. Baby cows in veal crates are confined from running, jumping, or even walking to produce the most tender veal.

In some cases, calves are chained in place within their crates.

They are fed on a low iron diet to keep their flesh pale as is preferred amongst consumers.

"Rosé" veal calves are fed milk replacer plus grain and hay. The meat is thought to be less desirable because it is not the highly sought after white meat.

Male calves who are not raised for veal are transported to auction, destined for barren feedlots.

- Euro Group for Animals.

Image: World Animal Protection.

[yourfarm]

Does Drumstick Powder Increase the Fat Content of Milk?

Method of Preparation:

Cut the drumstick leaves with small branches and sprinkle water over them and clean them thoroughly, then tie a rope to the lower branches and hang it in a shady place and dry it.

Tie a plastic sheet so that the dried leaves do not fall. In about the first 3–4 days the leaves will dry completely.

Remove the small petioles from the dried leaves, grind them into powder and sieve with sieves.

The dried drumstick leaves that have been powdered should be stored in a cool place away from direct sunlight. Approximately 10 kilograms of fresh leaves can yield 10 kilograms of dried leaves.

Can we put the powdered drumstick leaves in the cow’s feed:

It gives good flavor to the fodder. As a result, the cows secrete more saliva and digestive enzymes which increase digestion.

Cows’ first stomach properly mixes the acidic enzymes with milk, aiding in the digestion process. It helps produce the right number of acidic enzymes.

This will increase the blood glucose level of the newborn calves and provide the calf with the necessary body heat and irritation for the calf’s first stomach to grow faster.

Feeding pregnant cows till calving will help in reducing the deficiency of nutrients and help in the production of anti-oxide enzymes and immunity in the blood.

In one study, cattle were fed mixed feed with maize bran and cotton oilcake along with pearl millet Napier grass. For other animals, the quantity of cotton cake was reduced by 10, 20, 30% and dried drumstick leaves were added. At the end of the study, 20–30% of the cotton cake in the feed was replaced with 20–30% dried drumstick leaf but there was no change in the milk yield, fat and SNF content of the milk. At the same time, it was known that oil cake was stored. In another study, adding 50 grams of dried drumstick leaves per 100 kg per day to buffalo feed increased milk production by 12.50%.

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Intermittent fasting (and walking)

So I went to a seafood restaurant in Paphos yesterday and had some fish, salad, and fries at around 4:30. I did not eat at night because I wasn't hungry. I took a good nap and slept well.

I woke up at around 5 and wasn't very hungry. I knew I had it in mind that I want to begin intermittent fasting. and went for a morning walk for around half an hour (I normally walk more but because I'm in a foreign country I didn't want to walk too far and get lost). Plus it's hot in the morning. But it was a good walk overall. And I managed to find my way back despite getting somewhat lost.

And after my walk, I wasn't hungry. But I was sleepy and took a long nap (from 8:30/9 until 2). I am exhausted and did a lot of touring in the past few days. So I needed to rest and did not go out today either.

I ate at 2. I had oatmeal with strawberries, walnuts, and dark chocolate and some coffee with almond milk and a hint of dark chocolate (I got myself used to bitter coffee). I also had a tablespoon of flax seed oil (it's a supplement I take). It's 5:19 now and I'm not hungry. But I'm going to have a sandwich for lunch. But I am full from my breakfast and I underestimated how filling the oats and coffee are. This can be treated as a full meal instead of a snack.

I usually do 2 pieces of wheat/sprouted grains with an avocado (whole if small, half if large) with some leafy greens and 2 slices gouda. Sometimes I add hemp seeds. It's very filling and I'll see if I need to adjust it calorie and portion-wise.

I'll see what I'll have for dinner and how my hunger is. Right now I'm not starving but I feel like I will need another meal before my feeding window ends. So I'll make a sandwich. For my evening snack I do Greek yogurt, blueberries, chia seeds, and dark chocolate. Dinner I go for protein (chicken or salmon), veggies/greens and a healthy carb like sweet potato fries.

So my current goals are to fast 16-8, take my supplements, and walk (I did a lot of walking 2017-2019 on my low calorie diet which explains why I lost a lot of weight). The walking consists of pacing at work, slow-walking my dogs, and brisk walking on my own (30-45 mins). And the foods I take have to be healthy and filling, thankfully my supplements helped a lot with cravings. I won't be eating diet and low calorie food replacements like I did back then. They'll be healthy and filling and consisting of foods I enjoy (dark chocolate for example).

Future goals consist of (a) making this a longterm goal and rebounding when needed and deciding how long I want to do this for (I want this to be a lifestyle), (2) to look into my calorie intake (without it being triggering), and (3) what to do when in contact with tempting foods that may be less healthy than usual. During my restrictive eating days I did not let myself eat these foods often and did it with a restrictive mindset. Now I want to do it with the perspective of eating when hungry and stopping when full. So eating a few bites of something temping (a) won't hurt my goals and (b) I get my "fix" when needed. For example, we have a pack of spicy Brazilian party mix and I had a few pieces and stopped because I was full and wanted to have enough room for my main meals. Again my supplements helped a lot with cravings, so taking those consistently will help here.

I want to lose some fat and lose the muscle bulk in my calves. My body in 2018 and 2019 was great and I hate myself for not being happy ad the time and thinking I was overweight. I would love to have that body again. And I know I achieved it through eating less and walking a lot. My eating was disordered, but now I want to focus on eating less. by eating filling foods and intermittent fasting instead of eating small meals and counting calories obsessively and eating diet and sugar/fat free versions of foods I like. And I'm going to continue walking without resorting to intense workouts because I know doing that will make me eat more (not necessarily because I'm hungry, but because I think that exercising burns whatever extra calories I eat but I am likely eating more than what I burned and overestimate my burned calories). So eating less and doing less intensive workouts will burn the extra fat and calf muscle bulk with time.

I will continue to record my experience frequently and see how it's working out for me and if I have any hiccups and challenges in the process.

Also wondering if my coffee will break my fast. I love coffee and coffee even suppresses appetite which can be good to have in the morning before work. Then at work I can eat my full meals and also when I get home. This can change my schedule where I can make my work snack and lunch when my dinner is cooking instead of the morning and may be able to walk my dogs in the morning and even do my own brisk walking. I am also more motivated to walk than I am to do my circuit training, so I won't have a challenge fitting in my walking session without being reluctant.