Heifer Rearing
Heifers
Heifer Ready for Calving - Feeding and Body Weight Guide
Updated 13 Jun 2026 • By Falah Nutrition Desk, Animal Nutrition Advisor
The target for a well-grown heifer is first calving at 24-27 months with a body weight of 550-600 kg. Heifers that calve at the right weight produce more milk in their first lactation and have fewer calving problems. Feeding decides whether your heifer reaches this target on time.
Common Signs
- Heifer over 18 months but still not showing heat
- Visibly small frame compared to age
- Body weight far below target for age
- Weak or thin appearance despite eating fodder
Possible Causes
- Fodder-only feeding without compound feed
- Low protein intake during the main growth phase (6-15 months)
- Worm load
- Mineral deficiency delaying puberty
What the Farmer Should Check
- Estimate body weight with a measuring tape (heart girth method) or weighbridge
- Is the heifer gaining roughly 500-700 gm per day?
- Is a heifer-specific feed being given from the 6th month?
- Is deworming up to date?
Feed Guidance
Feed Goka Heifer from the 6th month of age up to 2 months before expected calving. Quantity by body weight: 200-300 kg: 2-3 kg/day. 300-400 kg: 3-4 kg/day. 400-500 kg: 4-5 kg/day. 500-600 kg: 5-6 kg/day. Its high bypass protein supports skeletal growth and reproductive organ development, helping heifers show heat earlier and conceive sooner. Two months before calving, shift to Goka Dry Feed, then Goka Transition -21 for the final 20 days.
Relevant GOKA Products
Pregnant Cows & Buffaloes (Dry Stage)
Healthy dry period, trouble-free calving
Heifers (Growing Young Cows)
Early breeding readiness & strong growth
Pregnant Cows & Buffaloes
20 days of feeding, 300 days of benefits
When to Contact a Veterinary Doctor
For serious symptoms, consult a qualified veterinary doctor. Feed support can help overall nutrition and recovery but should not replace veterinary treatment.
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