“Reproduction is incredibly important because we rely on getting a calf every 12 to 13 months from our dairy cows,” said Mark van der List, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim. “We not only want our cows to ...
Evidence indicates that allowing beef calves to stay in the maternal herd beyond the age of natural weaning promotes animal welfare and may enhance the cows' natural reproductive potential.
Low reproductive rates, health challenges and reduced growth can all be caused by trace mineral deficiencies in cattle.