Items Tagged with 'freshening'
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Multiple lines of evidence indicate the term “immune suppression” to describe the dynamic immune system around calving should evolve. Some aspects of the immune system are downregulated, but other aspects are upregulated and robust.
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The role of phytochemicals during the transition period
How plants – more specifically phytochemicals – can help our heifers and cows conquer that daunting transition period and come out on top.
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Differentiating mastitis from teat sealant residue at freshening
Correctly differentiating mastitis from teat sealant residue is important to minimize unnecessary interventions and to make sure we’re using antibiotics judiciously on farms.
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The perfect marriage: Oral plus injectable trace minerals
The transition period can be stressful and is generally accompanied by an increased demand for trace minerals for fetal growth, colostrum/milk production and to support a challenged immune system.
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