Gradual weaning does not improve performance for calves with low starter intake at the beginning of the weaning process

The weaning process may cause intense stress for dairy calves, even when low volumes of liquid diet are fed. Management tools that increase the intake of solid feeds, such as gradual weaning, can provide better physiological and metabolic conditions through better ruminal development, leading to bet...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of dairy science 2020-05, Vol.103 (5), p.4672-4680
Hauptverfasser:	Bittar, C.M.M., Gallo, M.P., Silva, J.T., de Paula, M.R., Poczynek, M., Mourão, G.B.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	animal behavior calf performance ruminal development vocalization
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