Lymph vessels route lymph fluid through nodes throughout the body. Lymph nodes are small structures that work as filters for harmful substances. They contain immune cells that can help fight infection by attacking and destroying germs that are carried in through the lymph fluid.
Discontinuing the use of rbST will entitle the farm to an additional over-order premium. Michigan cooperatives were given a commitment for a 75 cent/hundredweight (cwt) premium to provide rbST-free milk for the Class I market for a 1-year period. This money will be part of the over-order premium.
After the first day or two, the calf is able to gorge itself on milk so the amount of milk per feeding must be limited to 500 ml (1 pint) per 4.5 kg (10 lb.) body weight per day. An average size calf weighing 27 kg (60 lb.) would drink 3 L (3 quarts) of milk per day, divided among 5 feedings.