04/08/2026
There's more to coconut oil than you think!
Research indicates that incorporating higher levels of coconut oil, rich in Medium-Chain Fatty Acids (MCFA), into calf milk replacer significantly improves health and growth outcomes. A study done in our research facility in the Netherlands has shown that a 40% coconut oil inclusion, compared to 20%, reduces medical treatments from 26% to 17% and results in higher post-weaning body weights, with calves averaging nearly 9 lbs heavier by week 12. In Europe, a minimum inclusion of 20% of coconut oil is already standard practice in Denkavit milk replacer products, here in the USA we use levels even more elevated. Investing in these premium fats aids in antimicrobial defense and improves digestibility, ultimately providing a better return on investment by reducing the high costs associated with disease and reduced performance.
Reach out to your Denkavit Representative if you would like to learn more!