Optimising rumen health and the effect this will have on ketosis

The transition from the dry period to lactation means dairy cows need to adapt to management, social and nutritional changes. The key to reducing the risk of ketosis in a herd is optimising these three areas, and implementing on farm protocols to ensure maximum dry matter intakes pre and post calving. Understanding rumen function is one aspect to be considered to help the transition and, therefore, health and productivity of dairy cows, ensuring...