Trouble-Shooting Reproductive Problems Through Integrated Reproductive Management

Abstract

This progress report describes the Pennsylvania-Vermont reproductive management project. This integrated project utilized a task force of professional and service personnel and applied technology to evaluate herd status, diagnose deficiencies and problem areas and recommend corrective action in an attempt to improve reproductive performance.The objective of this project is to develop and implement a coordinated approach at the farm level to improve reproductive efficiency by 1) evaluating and monitoring herd reproductive and health status and feeding management, 2) recommending effective management practices, and 3) employing new technology and practices. This project was conducted jointly with the University of Vermont and funded by USDA through a new national program entitled "Integrated Reproductive Management."