Effect of creep-feeding on the reproductive efficiency of beef cows: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Daniel Brugnara1, Daniele Zago1, Júlio Otávio Jardim Barcellos1

  • 1Department of Animal Science, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Avenida Bento Gonçalves Nº. 7712, Porto Alegre, RS 91540-000, Brazil.

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