Reproductive performance with an automated activity monitoring system versus a synchronized breeding program

Authors

  • Rafael C. Neves Population Medicine, University of Guelph, ON, Canada, N1G 2W1
  • Steven J. LeBlanc Population Medicine, University of Guelph, ON, Canada, N1G 2W1

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20123913

Keywords:

automated activity monitoring, reproductive management, performance, synchronized breeding programs, field conditions

Abstract

Automated activity monitoring is being increasingly used in the dairy industry for reproductive management, but there are few studies assessing its performance relative to synchronized breeding programs. The objective of this study was to compare reproductive performance of dairy cows managed with an automated activity monitoring (AAM) system with that of cows managed with a synchronized breeding program under field conditions.

Cover image of the 45th Conference Proceedings: Three black-and-white cows lounge in a spring field. Yellow background.

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Published

2012-09-20

Issue

2012

Section

Research Summaries 2