Body mass index at calving on performance and efficiency of Zebu cow herds

This study examines the impact of the body mass index (BMI) at calving on the development and postpartum efficiency of cows of Zebu origin. The study involved 87 cows and their calves [pure Nellore (N) or predominant Nellore composition in a cross with Charolais (C) (3/4N1/4C and 5/8N3/8C)]. The mot...

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Main Authors: Ricardo Zambarda Vaz, Liliane Cérdotes, Rangel Fernandes Pacheco, Dayana Bernardi Sartori, Jeniffer Danielle Lucas, Hilda Solange Souza Agner, João Restle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Estadual de Londrina 2022-01-01
Series:Semina: Ciências Agrárias
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Online Access:https://ojs.uel.br/revistas/uel/index.php/semagrarias/article/view/43960