Ketosis is when ketones are produced in the body from the breakdown of fat for energy. Only if too many ketones accumulate in the body may ketosis progress to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a life ...

Cows with ketosis are 4.4 times more likely to develop an LDA Milk fever – hypocalcaemia ... If your yield is less than 8,000–8,500 kg/cow/year, then zero DAs would be acceptable. If your yield is ...

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The importance of body condition Body condition in the dry period will influence a cow’s future performance. Over-conditioned cows face a higher likelihood of calving complications and ketosis, while ...

As St. Patrick's day approaches, grazing conditions seem to be favouring most farmers as dry, sunny spells improve grass ...

Up until that period, it is quite normal for a cow to be in an energy deficit until they reach a couple of weeks post-calving. It is crucial at this time of the year, that cows’ BCS is monitored ...

Having a calf is a high-risk period for any cow and over the next few weeks as dairy cows transition to lactation and experience a change in diet, there is no doubt but that some cows will get sick.

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