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Transition cow management: Getting dry period nutrition right

Nutrition can help with many of the key challenges associated with the dry period. However, for long-term success it is important to get the basics right first and then build upwards towards the best nutritional approach

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It is crucial to maximise the facilities for transition cows, says Dr Rosie Armstrong.
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It is crucial to maximise the facilities for transition cows, says Dr Rosie Armstrong.

A successful transition relies on a combination of factors that vary from farm to farm and are system dependent. Veterinary nutritionist, Dr Rosie Armstrong, says producers should identify and address...

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