UMBIREZ™ Now Available in the U.S. — A Breakthrough in Navel Protection for Dairy Calves
June 25, 2025 –Dairy producers across the United States now have access to a powerful new tool to protect newborn calves from umbilical infections and improve early-life health outcomes. UMBIREZ™, a non-antibiotic, fast-drying navel hygiene product, is now available nationwide through Premier1Supplies Ltd & various veterinary clinics.
Developed by NoBACZ Healthcare (a company spun out of Cambridge University, UK) UMBIREZ™ is a brand-new, science-backed liquid that rapidly cleanses and dries the navel after a single application. It forms a biofilm-resistant, long-lasting, waterproof seal around the naval, keeping bacteria out, and also contains a bitter agent to deter cow or ewe licking. Unlike traditional iodine-based dips, UMBIREZ™ is non-toxic, environmentally responsible, and offers rapid desiccation of the navel, making it ideal for producers aiming to reduce antimicrobial use while safeguarding calf health.
Navel infections affect ~20% of dairy and beef calves globally, reducing growth rates and in the worst cases causing calf death. When bacteria from the environment colonise on and travel up the freshly exposed umbilical cord. The welfare and financial consequences can be severe. At a minimum, many will require extensive antibiotic treatment to recover.
“UMBIREZ™ is the next evolution in calf care,” said David Charles, DVM & International Business Development Manager at NoBACZ Healthcare “We designed this product to meet the growing demand for effective, sustainable, and welfare-conscious solutions in modern dairying. It provides rapid desiccation, and long-lasting protection – and the results of Dr Lovatt FRCVS’ clinical research show its superiority over 10 % iodine. We are excited to introduce our revolutionary new livestock products to the United States”
Key Benefits of UMBIREZ™:
Rapidly disinfects and dries the umbilical stump to reduce risk of navel ill and
septicemia
Non-antibiotic and iodine-free — aligns with antimicrobial stewardship goals
Ready-to-use, fast-acting formula for convenient on-farm application
Proven efficacy in both commercial and family-run dairy operations
The largest ever navel protection study run by European Specialist, Dr Fiona Lovatt BVSc PhD DSHP DipECSRHM FHEA FRCVS, demonstrated UMBIREZ™’s superiority over other navel hygiene products – with a 21 % reduction in mortality observed, and faster growth rates 1 . The product is suitable for both dairy and beef calves and can be easily integrated into existing and newborn care protocols.
UMBIREZ™ is now available in the United States from Premier1Supplies Ltd., who offer rapid shipping throughout the United States.
To purchase UMBIREZ™ visit Premier1Supplies:
https://www.premier1supplies.com/p/umbirez-umbilical-spray?cat_id=123#product-information-data
To hear from British farmers about the benefits of using UMBIREZ™ visit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkcVjHuzik0
About Premier1Supplies Ltd.
Premier 1 Supplies, founded in 1979 and based in Washington, Iowa, is a family-run leading U.S. distributor of livestock and poultry equipment. Known for excellent customer service and a strong reputation among farmers.
About NoBACZ Healthcare Ltd.
NoBACZ Healthcare Ltd is a Cambridge-based animal health innovator spun out from the University of Cambridge’s Department of Veterinary Medicine in 2019. The company has developed a patented, biodegradable liquid or gel barrier platform using natural polymers and food-grade metal salts that rapidly form a waterproof, biofilm-resistant barrier on livestock sites—including navels, hooves, udders, and horn buds—without relying on antibiotics
