BioLink 4 Plants & Animals
Dairy Cows & Calves
At the heart of a thriving dairy operation: healthy digestion in dairy cows and strong starts for calves
Our goal is to help dairy farmers promote healthy digestion in dairy cows and calves through nutrient-rich pasture and natural supplements. By improving gut health and offering cow and calf supplements like Opti-Gut, we support sustainable practices and long-term farm profitability.
The benefits of growing nutrient-dense pasture for your dairy herd
Our aim is to help dairy farmers nurture the soil, grow nutrient-rich pastures, and care for the health of their animals. We help farmers manage their on-farm costs and create sustainable, more profitable livelihoods. It also supports healthy digestion in dairy cows by providing consistent, high-quality feed, laying a strong foundation for productivity and animal wellness.
Improved digestion and nutrition
Better pasture enhances healthy digestion in dairy cows, directly impacting milk production and herd vitality.
A win for the environment
Beyond the economic advantages, cultivating nutrient-rich pastures promotes sustainable farming practices by reducing the reliance on external inputs, minimising the environmental footprint associated with transportation and production of commercial feeds. Well-managed pastures improve soil health, water retention, and biodiversity on the farm.
Well-balanced diet
Growing one's own pastures allows you to tailor the mix of grasses and legumes to the specific needs of your animals. This ensures a well-balanced diet that enhances milk quality and quantity.
Saves you money
Homegrown pastures are a cost-effective alternative to purchasing supplemental feeds, contributing to economic sustainability.
Probiotics for cows and calves: Supporting optimum digestive health
Dairy cows and calves need a healthy digestive system to absorb nutrients efficiently. Our natural probiotics for cows and probiotics for calves, including Opti-Gut, are designed to improve gut function, nutrient absorption, and overall performance. Better digestion means better milk production, healthier calves, and more sustainable results.
Our independently run trials have demonstrated consistent methane reduction and increased nutrient uptake with Opti-Gut.
Opti-Gut animal probiotics are available in pelletised or our all-weather, dry lick formula—ideal for grazing and open-feeding animals. Visit our online store – or talk to us about the most affordable solution for your dairy farm.
The Biolink™ System is a based-on sound principles and proven results
Whether it’s harnessing the power of our multi-species, microbial-based fertilisers to provide adequate feed for the herd, speeding up the composting of waste materials, or using Opti-Gut – our proven cow and calf probiotic supplement – we’re committed to offering affordable solutions that support gut health and long-term productivity.
Daryl and Trudi Hammond run a large dairy farm milking around 450 to 500 cows daily. Located at Buln Buln, just out of Warragul in West Gippsland Victoria, the farm has been in Trudi’s family for more than 50 years.
Open to new ideas, they’re always looking for ways to become more efficient. Their goals are to make their farming enterprise more profitable, make their lives a little easier, and look after their animals. Keeping their herd healthy is a big priority, so they wanted to try Opti-Gut, Biolink’s probiotics for cows.
Hammond Farm Dairy – Warragul East, Victoria
Read their story here.