Dynamics and Significance of Mastitis in Beef Cows

Authors

  • Leo L. Timms 4 Kildee Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011

Keywords:

milk production, calf preweaning-weight gains, Mastitis, milk quantity, quality

Abstract

The greatest single factor affecting calf preweaning-weight gains is milk production by the dam. Mastitis is the most costly disease in dairy cattle, and has been shown to significantly decrease milk quantity and quality.

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Published

1993-09-16

Issue

1993

Section

Cow-Calf Sessions