There’s many a freezer across the country stocked with a stash of colostrum. The liquid gold is often shared with neighbours in times of need to give that vital boost to a weaker calf.However, I see one enterprising farmer is using their stash of biestings to boost their cashflow. Selling two-litre cartons for €5 or 250c/l, the profit margin is impressive.
There’s many a freezer across the country stocked with a stash of colostrum. The liquid gold is often shared with neighbours in times of need to give that vital boost to a weaker calf.However, I see one enterprising farmer is using their stash of biestings to boost their cashflow.
Selling two-litre cartons for €5 or 250c/l, the profit margin is impressive.
The Dealer, however, refuses to condone such actions due to the risk of spreading animal diseases but I do appreciate the endeavour.
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