Accuracy and intensity of estrus detection with activity monitoring systems for lactating dairy cows

Authors

  • C. Leroy Population Medicine, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1, Canada
  • S. LeBlanc Population Medicine, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1, Canada

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20153594

Keywords:

Activity monitors, estrus detection, dairy cattle

Abstract

Activity monitors are becoming a widely used tool for estrus detection in dairy cows. The objective of this study was to assess the intensity and accuracy of estrus detection with automated activity monitoring systems.

Cover image of the 48th Conference Proceedings: An image of Dr. Fred Gingrich II dressed in a red shirt and overalls and standing in front of dairy cows in a barn interior. Yellow background.

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Published

2015-09-17

Issue

2015

Section

Research Summaries 2