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Successful reproductive performance with nil inductions

Paton, Anna
Date
2007-06
Type
Conference Contribution - published
Fields of Research
ANZSRC::070206 Animal Reproduction , ANZSRC::070203 Animal Management
Abstract
Induced parturition has become internationally unacceptable and the New Zealand dairy industry has set a target for less than 2% inductions in the national herd by 2010 (NZV A 2002). With reduction in the use of induced parturition as a tool, farmers require new strategies to manage late conceiving cows. This paper reports on the findings of a case study analysis completed in 2005/2006 of seasonal supply dairy farms in North Otago and Canterbury. Farms were selected on their reproductive performance (empty rate) and a nil induction policy. The study focused on the management strategies being used by the farmers to achieve satisfactory reproductive performance. Nine farms were studied which gave a range of farm sizes, cow numbers, and management strategies being utilised.
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