In cow-calf systems, many of the factors that determine productivity, fertility and longevity are set long before a ...

“Young animals which are still growing need to be fed well for them to perform. Farmers must ensure the cows have good body weight because most thin cows tend to be infertile,” the reports suggest.

Recent advances in sensor technology and data analysis have transformed the field of reproductive management in dairy cattle. Research now focuses on automated estrus detection, utilising a range of ...