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What are the main expenses on a farm?
What are the main expenses on a farm?
Feed, labor and machinery.
What percent of vet care is included in the expenses of farms?
What percent of vet care is included in the expenses of farms?
4%
What is the principle behind sperm sexing using flow cytometry?
What is the principle behind sperm sexing using flow cytometry?
- X and Y chromosomes have different shapes
- X chromosome contains more DNA than Y chromosome (correct)
- Y chromosome moves faster than X chromosome
- D. X chromosome is positively charged
Why is sperm sexing important in dairy production?
Why is sperm sexing important in dairy production?
Why are male dairy cows not typically used for beef production?
Why are male dairy cows not typically used for beef production?
What are the two major statuses in a dairy cow’s production cycle?
What are the two major statuses in a dairy cow’s production cycle?
What is the voluntary waiting period in the breeding cycle of a dairy cow?
What is the voluntary waiting period in the breeding cycle of a dairy cow?
How long is the average gestation period in dairy cows?
How long is the average gestation period in dairy cows?
What is the typical length of the lactation period in dairy cows?
What is the typical length of the lactation period in dairy cows?
How long is the dry period in a dairy cow's lactation cycle?
How long is the dry period in a dairy cow's lactation cycle?
What is the ideal breeding interval for dairy cows to maintain 1 calf per year?
What is the ideal breeding interval for dairy cows to maintain 1 calf per year?
What is colostrum?
What is colostrum?
Which immunoglobulins are most abundant in colostrum?
Which immunoglobulins are most abundant in colostrum?
What is the function of IgE in colostrum?
What is the function of IgE in colostrum?
What components in colostrum protect immunoglobulins from degradation in the intestine?
What components in colostrum protect immunoglobulins from degradation in the intestine?
What percentage of mature body weight should heifers reach before first breeding?
What percentage of mature body weight should heifers reach before first breeding?
Which of the following is not a consequence of failed passive transfer in calves?
Which of the following is not a consequence of failed passive transfer in calves?
What is considered a low serum IgG concentration in a calf between 24–48 hours of age?
What is considered a low serum IgG concentration in a calf between 24–48 hours of age?
Which of the following is not a factor affecting adequate passive transfer in calves?
Which of the following is not a factor affecting adequate passive transfer in calves?
What type of placenta is found in cows?
What type of placenta is found in cows?
What is the minimum recommended IgG concentration in colostrum for good quality?
What is the minimum recommended IgG concentration in colostrum for good quality?
How much colostrum should typically be fed during the first feeding for a dairy calf?
How much colostrum should typically be fed during the first feeding for a dairy calf?
What percentage of a calf’s body weight should ideally be fed in colostrum during the first feeding?
What percentage of a calf’s body weight should ideally be fed in colostrum during the first feeding?
By what time after birth should the first colostrum feeding occur for optimal passive transfer?
By what time after birth should the first colostrum feeding occur for optimal passive transfer?
When does gut closure (when passive absorption of IgG stops) typically occur in calves?
When does gut closure (when passive absorption of IgG stops) typically occur in calves?
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Main Farm Expenses
Main Farm Expenses
Feed, labor, and machinery costs.
Vet Care Expense Percentage
Vet Care Expense Percentage
Approximately 4% of total farm expenses.
Sperm Sexing Principle
Sperm Sexing Principle
X chromosomes have more DNA than Y chromosomes, allowing for separation.
Importance of Sperm Sexing
Importance of Sperm Sexing
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Why Not Male Dairy Cows?
Why Not Male Dairy Cows?
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Dairy Cow's Major Statuses
Dairy Cow's Major Statuses
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Voluntary Waiting Period
Voluntary Waiting Period
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Gestation Period in Dairy Cows
Gestation Period in Dairy Cows
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Lactation Period Length
Lactation Period Length
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Dry Period in Dairy Cows
Dry Period in Dairy Cows
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Ideal Breeding Interval
Ideal Breeding Interval
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What is Colostrum?
What is Colostrum?
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Abundant Immunoglobulins in Colostrum
Abundant Immunoglobulins in Colostrum
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Function of IgE in Colostrum
Function of IgE in Colostrum
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Colostrum's Protective Components
Colostrum's Protective Components
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Heifer's Weight Before Breeding
Heifer's Weight Before Breeding
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Low Serum IgG in Calf
Low Serum IgG in Calf
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Type of Placenta in Cows
Type of Placenta in Cows
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