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Opportunities to improve calf intestinal health
How to enhance the intestinal microbiome As discussed in the previous article, the intestinal health status of the calf depends on a condition of microbiota eubiosis. This condition can be supported through the use of specific nutritional aids. Probiotics, for example, are beneficial bacteria present
Calf intestinal microbiome and microbiota
A synergistic effect for gastrointestinal system well-being Despite preventive measures, enteric infections in neonatal calves remain one of the leading causes of calf mortality. With new regulations limiting the prophylactic use of antimicrobials, there is an urgent need for alternative approaches to minimize the incidence
Fresh cow nutrition
Performance improves when the diet is rich in metabolizable protein and balanced in terms of amino acids After calving, cows must rapidly increase dry matter intake to meet nutrient requirements and support the rise in milk production. During the first weeks of lactation, intake is
Oxidative stress and the resulting inflammatory cascade
A combination that should not be underestimated and must be properly managed Editorial published in Ex-Dairy Press, 2023 Oxidative processes are fundamental to life. However, organisms with high metabolic activity—such as high-producing dairy cows—are exposed to a risk of oxidative stress, particularly during specific physiological
Hypocalcemia at calving in dairy cows
Physiological if mild and transient At calving, the large and sudden demand for calcium associated with the expulsive phase, together with the marked calcium outflow due to colostrum production, leads—even under optimal conditions—to a normal reduction in blood calcium levels in the cow. This condition
Probiotics and plant extracts
An important contribution from nature Probiotics, understood as microorganisms or their derivatives, have shown an interesting role in stimulating rumen development. Yeast cells, for example, contain RNA and free nucleotides, amino acids, B-group vitamins, and numerous enzymes. These enzymes contribute to the breakdown and utilization