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Effect of body condition score loss during the transition period on metabolism, milk yield and health in Holstein cows Cover

Effect of body condition score loss during the transition period on metabolism, milk yield and health in Holstein cows

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|Feb 2025

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Language: English
Page range: 91 - 99
Submitted on: Jun 4, 2024
Accepted on: Jan 30, 2025
Published on: Feb 25, 2025
Published by: National Veterinary Research Institute in Pulawy
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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