Effectiveness of Stocking Density Reduction on Mitigating Lameness in a Charolais Finishing Beef Cattle Farm

Effectiveness of Stocking Density Reduction on Mitigating Lameness in a Charolais Finishing Beef Cattle Farm

This study aimed at assessing whether a reduction in stocking density (SKD) would mitigate lameness and positively affect the performance and health of Charolais bulls in an Italian commercial farm. Bulls were distributed in groups of 10 or 8 animals/pen for high (HD) or low density (LD) correspondi...

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Main Authors: Martina Cortese, Marta Brščić, Nicola Ughelini, Igino Andrighetto, Barbara Contiero, Giorgio Marchesini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-07-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
beef cattle
animal welfare
space allowance
average daily gain
health
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/7/1147

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