http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction RSS Feed for Reproduction en-us Fri, 18 May 2012 02:59:33 GMT http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/New-technologies-outreach-boost-dairy-cattle-fertility-151912875.html Increasing the reproductive efficiency of dairy cattle by getting the highest possible number of cows pregnant in the same period of time has always been a challenge for the industry. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Enhance-repro-performance-with-EFAs-149760625.html Dairies committed to reproductive excellence know nutrition is a key driver of reproductive success. A sound nutrition program helps promote a healthy uterus during and after calving and enables cows to perform at their best. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/No-impact-of-metabolic-parameters-on-oocyte-quality-148985575.html Researchers in Ireland recently attempted to examine the impact of what happens to cows metabolically after they calve—during which time cows typically undergo negative energy balance—on oocyte quality. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Controlled-energy-benefits-reproduction-144649465.html Cows fed controlled energy during the close-up dry period had a shorter interval between calving and pregnancy, according to new research from the University of Illinois. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Check-out-these-repro-papers-142962575.html The papers, from the recent Kentucky Dairy Partners Annual Meeting, are a valuable resource on synchronization programs, timed-A.I., and early pregnancy diagnosis. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Lameness-affects-fertility-142441445.html It's well-known that lame cattle can have reduced milk production and increased disease incidence, but the effects of lameness can also negatively affect fertility and reproduction. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Register-for-heat-stress-webinar-141013433.html Reproductive failure and summer heat stress are the focus of next week’s webinar from the Dairy eXtension learning community. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Study-Subclinical-milk-fever-linked-to-metritis-139871343.html Fresh cows with subclinical hypocalcemia had an increased incidence of metritis compared to cows with normal blood calcium levels. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Minimize-cold-shock-when-handling-semen-138346969.html Here are some timely reminders for handling semen during cold weather. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/fresh-cow/reproduction/Timeline-highlights-key-reproductive-advances-137934768.html A timeline compiled by the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council highlights key historical events, research findings and on-farm implementation of reproductive technology in the dairy industry.