An Evaluation of Rumen-Protected Choline and Monensin Controlled-Release Capsule on Milk Production, Health and Metabolic Function of Periparturient Dairy Cows

Authors

  • L. C. Zahra Department of Population Medicine, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
  • S. J. LeBlanc Department of Population Medicine, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
  • K. E. Leslie Department of Population Medicine, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
  • T. F. Duffield Department of Population Medicine, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
  • T. Overton Department of Animal Science, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
  • D. Putnam Balchem Corporation, New Hampton, NY

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20044938

Keywords:

negative energy balance, ionophores, monensin controlled-release capsules, choline, metabolic parameters, milk production

Abstract

During early lactation, dairy cows undergo a phase of negative energy balance which may lead to metabolic disorders and subsequent losses in production. To help reduce this, ionophores may be administered. Administration of monensin controlled-release capsules (CRC) prior to calving improves energy balance, while choline aids in fat metabolism and transport. Choline may be a limiting nutrient in lactating dairy cows. The objective of this study was to determine whether there is an interection between these two supplements on metabolic parameters and milk production.

Cover image of the 37th Conference Proceedings: Cattle in pens that stretch to the horizon. Yellow background.

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Published

2004-09-23

Issue

2004

Section

Research Summaries - Dairy I

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