The Relationship between mineral nutrition of the beef cow and reproductive performance

Authors

  • C. K. Clark Animal & Range Sciences Department, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
  • R. P. Ansotegui Animal & Range Sciences Department, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
  • J. A. Paterson Animal & Range Sciences Department, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/bovine-vol1995no29p38-42

Abstract

Maintaining fertility in beef cattle requires adequate dietary intake and absorption of essential minerals. The minerals are necessary for normal function of various enzyme systems. Feeding a diet deficient in a single mineral can negatively affect reproduction in beef cows and bulls. The influence of an iodine, copper, zinc or manganese deficiency on fertility is summarized in Table 5. When evaluating cattle diets for the different stages of production, levels and interactions of minerals should be considered. If a deficiency is evident, then supplementing to meet the animal's requirement could have a positive impact on reproduction and profitability for the beef cattle producer.

Cover image of the 29th Volume of the Bovine Practitioner: a photo of the San Antonio Riverwalk as seen from a riverside restaurant. Tables of patrons converse and watch a docking riverboat filled with passengers.

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Published

1995-09-01

How to Cite

Clark, C. K., Ansotegui, R. P., & Paterson, J. A. (1995). The Relationship between mineral nutrition of the beef cow and reproductive performance. The Bovine Practitioner, 1995(29), 38–42. https://doi.org/10.21423/bovine-vol1995no29p38-42

Issue

No. 29 (1995 September)

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