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[Becoming pregnant and maintaining pregnancy]
1Veterinair Centrum, Someren.
Tijdschrift Voor Diergeneeskunde
|November 1, 1987
Summary
Bovine fertility has improved due to disease eradication, but herd management errors still impact pregnancy success. Future challenges include managing postpartum cycles in high-yield cows.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Reproduction
Context:
- Historical review of bovine fertility based on 1878 paper.
- Comparison of fertility challenges over the last century.
Purpose:
- To analyze historical and current trends in bovine fertility.
- To identify factors affecting conception and pregnancy maintenance in cattle.
Summary:
- Eradication of venereal diseases and brucellosis has reduced complications in bovine conception and pregnancy.
- Herd management significantly influences fertility; errors are quickly reflected.
- Infections remain a primary cause of pregnancy loss (abortion).
- Future challenges include managing postpartum estrous cycles in high-producing cows, potentially complicating conception.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the evolution of bovine reproductive health.
- Highlights the critical role of herd management and disease control in maintaining fertility.
- Forecasts potential future difficulties in achieving and maintaining pregnancy in dairy cattle.