How to prevent cystic ovarian disease in dairy cattle

The disease mainly affects cows in the very early postpartum period, with older and high-yielding cows at greater risk

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Few or no signs of heat, known as anoestrus, is one of the key signs that indicate cystic ovarian disease could be present, says vet Esme Moffett.
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Few or no signs of heat, known as anoestrus, is one of the key signs that indicate cystic ovarian disease could be present, says vet Esme Moffett.

A common disease affecting between 5% and 60% of dairy cattle in the UK, cystic ovarian disease negatively impacts cow productivity, with effects on both farm efficiency and profitability. Vet...

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