Colostrum: A review

Abstract

It is the first lacteal secretions in bovines after calving is called colostrums and plays very important role in immune booster for post natal calves’ health. Cow colostrums contain basic nutrient such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamin, minerals, immunoglobulin and several biological molecules which are essential for specific functions. The calves which are born with weak immunity colostrums provide passive immunity and protect the calves from different infectious diseases. For proper growth and health of calves colostrums should be provided both in quantity and in quality.