Introducing the Thriver Calf Teat: The Next Generation in Calf Feeding

Successful calf rearing starts with the right nutrition and feeding equipment. That's why we're excited to introduce the new Thriver Calf Teat, an innovative solution designed to improve calf health, reduce milk wastage, and make feeding easier for farmers. Developed by Skellerup, a trusted manufacturer of premium rubber products since 1910, the Thriver range has been engineered to deliver the perfect balance of comfort, durability, and performance.

Designed Around the Natural Feeding Experience

The Thriver Calf Teat has been carefully developed to replicate the feel and function of a cow's natural teat. Made from a unique ultra-soft yet highly durable rubber compound, it allows calves of all ages to latch on comfortably and feed naturally. This softer, more realistic feeding experience helps reduce stress during training and encourages young calves to drink more readily.

To further support calf development, the teat features a specially engineered spray pattern that directs milk to the top and bottom of the mouth rather than straight down the throat. This helps reduce the risk of choking and respiratory complications while promoting a more natural drinking action.

Leak-Resistant Technology Saves Milk

One of the biggest frustrations for calf rearers is leaking teats that waste milk and create wet, unhygienic feeding areas. Thriver's unique internal design incorporates a one-way valve system that prevents backflow while maintaining consistent pressure during feeding. The result is a teat that resists leaking and dripping, helping keep pens cleaner, drier, and more hygienic.

Field testing has shown excellent results, with farmers reporting virtually no leakage and significantly reduced milk wastage.

Promoting Better Calf Health

The Thriver Calf Teat has been developed with calf health at the forefront. Its innovative rubber compound includes antibacterial properties that help reduce cross-contamination and limit the spread of harmful bacteria. Certified to ISO 22196:2011, the material delivers 99.9% antibacterial performance, helping support healthier calves throughout the rearing process.

Additionally, the teat's pleasant vanilla scent mimics the familiar smell of milk, encouraging calves to find and latch onto the teat more quickly, particularly during the critical early stages of feeding.

Built Tough for Farm Life

While exceptionally soft, the Thriver teat is also engineered for durability. Its high-quality rubber formulation resists splitting, cracking, and wear, even under intensive use. The material has been tested for resistance to ozone cracking under ISO 1431 standards, ensuring long-lasting performance in demanding farm environments.

Whether you're feeding a handful of calves or managing a large calf-rearing operation, the Thriver teat is built to withstand the workload.

Easy to Fit Across a Range of Feeding Systems

The Thriver range includes both:

• Screw-In Calf Teats designed to fit leading female-threaded calf feeders and adaptors.
• Pull-Through Calf Teats designed to fit feeder holes between 20mm and 21.5mm in diameter.

Both designs are suitable for standard 10mm outside diameter tubing, making them compatible with many existing feeding systems.

Proven on Farm

The Thriver Calf Teat has been extensively tested both in laboratory conditions and on commercial farms throughout New Zealand. Farmers have praised its durability, ease of installation, leak-free performance, and the willingness of calves to feed from it immediately. One calf rearer feeding up to 400 calves daily reported zero dripping, easy installation, and excellent calf acceptance throughout the season.

Why Choose the Thriver Calf Teat?

✔ Natural teat-like feel for improved calf acceptance
✔ Leak-resistant design with one-way valve technology
✔ Antibacterial compound helps reduce contamination
✔ Pleasant vanilla scent encourages faster latching
✔ Durable construction for long service life
✔ Reduced milk wastage and cleaner feeding areas
✔ Available in screw-in and pull-through options
✔ Proudly designed and manufactured in New Zealand

Help Your Calves Thrive

The Thriver Calf Teat combines innovative engineering with practical farming knowledge to deliver a superior feeding solution. Whether you're looking to improve calf health, reduce feed waste, or simply make feeding easier, Thriver offers a smarter approach to calf rearing.

Discover the next generation of calf feeding and help your calves thrive from day one. 

£3.80 each ex vat, bulk discount available . Buy online https://bcagrionline.co.uk/calf-teat/