Diarrhea in calves is one of the key factors affecting the lactation performance of dairy cows. This study offers brand new insights into the short-term and long-term effects of diarrhea in calves on subsequent lactation performance in Holstein cows.

The April Edition of The Giving Herd, an ASAS Foundation Newsletter

High levels of zinc oxide (ZnO) can be added to the diets of nursery pigs to reduce diarrhea after weaning and support healthy growth. However, concerns about its environmental impact have led to alternative diet formulation approaches.