Studies on Reproductive Performance and Major Reproductive Health Problems of Holstein Friesian Cows at Alage Dairy Farm
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2006-06
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Addis Ababa Universty
Abstract
In the present study the reproductive performance of Holstein Friesian cows in Alage Dairy
Farm was assessed and the major reproductive health problems identified.The farm belongs to Alage Agricultural Technical Vocational and Educational Training College.which is located in the southerm region of the country in the rfit valley
area. The main objectives of the study were to estimate the different reproductive parameters to identify the major reproductive health problems and to assess the relationship of possible
risk factors. Cross- sectional studies on reproductive parameters and abnormalities were undcrtaken for a period of 9 months. A total of 1099 records for
calving interval,
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Reproductivc performance. major reproductive health problems.