Simple Summary Reproductive efficiency is critical for profitability of dairy operations. The
first part of this manuscript discusses the key physiology of dairy cows and how to practically …

The 6 to 8-week period centered on parturition, known as the transition or periparturient
period, is critical to welfare and profitability of individual cows. Fertility of high-producing …

The relationship between energy status and fertility in dairy cattle was retrospectively
analyzed by comparing fertility with body condition score (BCS) near artificial insemination …

Dairy cow nutritional programs are a major determinant of the profitability of dairy farms.
Despite this, the sustainability of the dairy enterprise is beyond just cow nutrition. For almost …

The objectives of the current study were to determine the association between body
condition score change during the dry period (ΔBCS) and postpartum health and …

Early successful conception of postpartum dairy cows is crucial in determining the optimum
reproductive efficiency and profitability in modern dairy farming. Due to the inherent high …

Milk and milk solids production per cow is increasing annually in dairy systems. Peak milk
production is in early lactation when the uterus and ovary are recovering from the previous …

Adipose tissue (AT) is a central reservoir of energy stored in the form of lipids. In addition, AT
has been recognized as an immunologically and endocrinologically active tissue of dairy …

Periparturient dairy cattle undergo physiological adaptations to support fetal growth and
colostrum synthesis in late gestation and milk production in early lactation. To support …

The efficiency of milk production in pasture-based systems is heavily influenced by calving
pattern, necessitating excellent reproductive performance in a short-breeding season …