Relationship between Growth Pattern, Age at First Calving and Next Reproduction in Holstein Heifers

Growth rate during rearing, which varies depending on provided nutrition, has been related with age at 1st calving (AFC). This study investigated the effect of upgrowth parameters during the rearing period on the reproduction of nulliparous Holstein heifers. The study comprised 77 successively born...

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Main Authors: Hyun-Joo Lim, Ho-Beak Yoon, Seok-Ki Im
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Korean Society of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology 2015-12-01
Series:Journal of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology
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Online Access:http://www.e-jarb.org/journal/view.html?uid=1494&vmd=Full