Effect of a Monensin Slow-release Capsule at Dry-off on Ketolactia and Milk Yield in Holstein Cows

Authors

  • Pedro Melendez College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610
  • Art Donovan College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20025056

Keywords:

slow-release capsule, monensin, b-hydroxy butyrate

Abstract

This study evaluated the effect of a monensin slow-release capsule (Rumensin®) given at dry-off on levels of b-hydroxy butyrate in milk at 14 days post-partum and daily milk yield up to 20 days post-partum on Holstein dairy cows.

Cover image of the 35th Conference Proceedings: Holstein cows standing in a row at a fence. A small group of cattle are bunched together in a pen. Yellow background.

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Published

2002-09-26

Issue

2002

Section

Research Summaries - Dairy II