Effects of supplementing colostrum beyond the first day of life on growth and health parameters of preweaning Holstein heifers

ABSTRACT: The preweaning period for a dairy calf is characterized by high morbidity and mortality rates, leading to financial losses for producers. Identifying strategies to improve the health and welfare of calves while reducing antimicrobial use continues to be crucial to the success of the dairy...

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Main Authors: H.R. McCarthy, M.C. Cantor, A.J. Lopez, A. Pineda, M. Nagorske, D.L. Renaud, M.A. Steele
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-05-01
Series:Journal of Dairy Science
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022030223008032