Anyone who has been through even one calving season has most likely dealt with calving difficulty. Dystocia (calving difficulty) is the biggest cause of calf death loss at birth. It can be minimized by managing factors like genetics and nutrition; but once the calving season is upon us, those things are in the past. Now the focus becomes observation and possible intervention. Being prepared to provide assistance is critical, so knowing your calving landmarks can help you along the way. Read more at The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation…
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