The Influence of Feeding with Colostrum and Colostrum Replacer on Major Blood Biomarkers and Growth Performance in Dairy Calves

Bovine colostrum (BC) is the first milk produced by lactating cows after parturition. BC is rich in various amino acids, proteins, and fats essential for the nutrition of the neonate calves. Despite the evident beneficial effect of BC on calves, the effect of BC on blood biomarkers is poorly underst...

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Main Authors: Ramune Grigaleviciute, Rita Planciuniene, Ieva Prikockyte, Eivina Radzeviciute-Valciuke, Austeja Baleviciute, Augustinas Zelvys, Aukse Zinkeviciene, Vilma Zigmantaite, Audrius Kucinskas, Paulius Matusevicius, Povilas Kavaliauskas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Veterinary Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-7381/10/2/128