A Dairy Herd Case Investigation with Very Low Dietary Cation–Anion Difference in Prepartum Dairy Cows
During the periparturient period, subclinical hypocalcemia (total plasma Ca concentration <2.0 mmol/l) is a potential problem for the dairy cow; consequently, its prevention is essential for success of fertility and productive performance. Dietary cation–anion difference (DCAD) has been defin...
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Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2017-06-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Nutrition |
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Online Access: | http://journal.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fnut.2017.00026/full |