Abstract
Shortening the dry period could have positive health, fertility and milk production benefits, but more research is needed to ensure that science and husbandry keep pace with the modern dairy cow. We spoke to a leading dairy research scientist and a vet to find out more.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 34-35 |
| Journal | Cow Management |
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue number | 8 |
| Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Keywords
- dairy farming
- dairy cows
- dry period
- animal health
- udders
- female fertility