5 common heat detection methods in the spotlight

摘要

Spotting cows in heat is a perennial challenge facing dairy farmers. Increasing cow performance means issues are often seen with both the proportion of cows cycling normally and the level of behavioural expression shown by cows.Westpoint vet Tonia Simms, RCVS advanced practitioner in bovine reproduction, reviews five common methods used to detect oestrus and provides a refresher on how to get the best from each.