The Silent Crisis: Why Are So Many Calves Lost at Birth?

Why do so many newborn calves fail to survive their first hours? Perinatal calf mortality is a hidden crisis affecting dairy farms worldwide, causing emotional heartbreak and heavy financial losses. In this video, we uncover the key factors behind calf deaths at birth — from infections and difficult labor to poor nutrition and environmental stress — and share proven strategies to prevent them. Whether you’re a dairy farmer, or animal lover, learn how smart management, better hygiene, and timely care can save precious calves and boost your dairy farm’s success.