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BEDDING CONSIDERATIONS FROM COW COMFORT TO ECONOMICS.

Authors :
KRYMOWSKI, JACLYN
Source :
American Dairymen; Mar2024, Vol. 49 Issue 3, p26-30, 3p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article focuses on the importance of selecting appropriate bedding for dairy cows, considering both cow comfort and economic viability. Topics include the need for bedding that accommodates changing seasons, remains dry to prevent pathogen growth, and meets the requirements of confined animal feeding operations and the article discusses various bedding options, weighing their pros and cons while emphasizing the significance of maintaining teat hygiene and minimizing pathogen growth.

Subjects

Subjects :
COWS
FACTORY farms
BEDDING industry

Details

Language :
English
Volume :
49
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
American Dairymen
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
175737433