Six checks to assess the effectiveness of dry cow rations

摘要

The success of early-lactation performance, metabolic disorders, udder health and fertility are all linked to the diet fed during the dry period.Although a ration may look adequate on paper, it is important to check it is the diet being consumed.Feed sorting, for example, will affect nutrient intake. Therefore, regular checks are necessary in the dry period, at calving and post-calving to ensure the diet is doing its job.