Growth Performance and Feed Intake Assessment of Italian Holstein Calves Fed a Hay-Based Total Mixed Ration: Preliminary Steps towards a Prediction Model

Growth Performance and Feed Intake Assessment of Italian Holstein Calves Fed a Hay-Based Total Mixed Ration: Preliminary Steps towards a Prediction Model

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of a complete hay-based total mixed ration (TMR) for calves, focusing on their feed intake, animal growth performance, and fecal output, and to develop a preliminary estimation equation for solid feed intake and body weight in Holstein heifer calves....

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Main Authors: Damiano Cavallini, Federica Raspa, Giovanna Marliani, Eleonora Nannoni, Giovanna Martelli, Luca Sardi, Emanuela Valle, Marta Pollesel, Marco Tassinari, Giovanni Buonaiuto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-09-01
Series:Veterinary Sciences
Subjects:
heifers
dairy calves
replacement herd
feeding management
calf welfare
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-7381/10/9/554

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