Monitoring nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
When monitoring nutrition what should be observed?
A
- BCS changes
- DMI
- Cudding
- Rumen fill
- Faeces
- Cleanliness
- Lying time
2
Q
What does low milk protein indicate?
A
- Energy deficit
3
Q
What does low / high / v high butterfat indicate?
A
- Low = lack of fibre
- High = High fibre diet
- V High = early lactation = excessive fat mobilisation
4
Q
IF cows have a low fat high protein milk, What are they more at risk of?
A
Acidosis
5
Q
IF cows have a low protein high fat milk, What are they more at risk of?
A
Ketosis
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