Store and Thaw Refractometer

Store and Thaw Refractometer The Store and Thaw Refractometer is a simple and effective tool designed to help farmers quickly assess colostrum quality before feeding newborn calves. Built for practical everyday farm use, the Store and Thaw Refractometer measures the refractive index of colostrum to estimate antibody (immunoglobulin) levels, helping ensure calves receive high-quality first feeds. Good quality colostrum is essential for supporting calf immunity, early health, and long-term performance. Using a refractometer allows farmers to identify whether colostrum contains sufficient antibody levels before storage or feeding, helping improve colostrum management and calf care routines. Designed to be easy to set up and use, the refractometer provides a quick and reliable way to assess colostrum quality during busy calving periods. As a general guide, readings of around 22+ indicate good quality colostrum suitable for feeding newborn calves. Compact and practical, the refractometer is suitable for use on dairy and livestock farms focused on improving calf health and colostrum management standards. Reliable, easy to use, and highly useful for calf rearing programmes, the Store and