Evaluation of oxytocin in improving beef cattle reproduction rates

Abstract

Oxytocin is particularly valuable in improving uterine involution and subsequent conception rates in first calf heifers requmng assistance at parturition. It also is valuable in increasing conception rates in those first calf heifers not requiring assistance at parturition. The use of oxytocin as a portion of the postparturient care should be considered as a prescribed portion of a beef cattle herd health program.