Result of embryo transferred research work in beef cattle and dairy cattle

Embryo Transfer in Beef Cattle Research

Embryo Transfer in Beef Cattle

Embryo transfer is a multi-step process that involves the production and collection of preimplantation embryos from genetically superior females (called donors) and the subsequent transfer of the harvested embryos into reproductively healthy females (called recipients) for the purpose of establishing pregnancies and producing live offspring. The first successful embryo transfer in mammals was p...

Beef Cattle Research Update

Factors Affecting Cattle during Long-Haul Transport in North America Canadian researchers identified and quantified several factors affecting weight loss (shrink) and animal welfare in cattle during commercial long-haul transport (≥ 249 miles). This study documented current commercial practices in Alberta, Canada through surveys delivered to truck drives (6,152 journeys transporting 290,886 ani...

Beef Cattle Research Update

Effects of Body Condition Recent University of Arkansas research determined the interactive effects of forage environment and body condition on the calving rate of beef cows. multiparous beef cows (1/4 to 3/8 Brahman) were managed to achieve marginal (4.7) or good (6.6) body condition scores (BCS) over approximately 5 months before the initiation of the breeding season. growth, endophyte acres ...

Transmission of Mycoplasma bovis and the Syndromes that Result in Beef and Dairy Cattle

Infections with Mycoplasma bovis can result in several syndromes of importance for dairy and beef cattle of all ages. These diseases continue to require the attention of practitioners due to poor response to treatment and the marginal effectiveness of prophylaxis. We explore here parameters of transmission of the infections, and how practitioners can use this knowledge to develop management str...