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DairyTalk 304: Feeding and Resting: A Comparative Study of Five Cattle Breeds - by Helmut Demmelhuber
This episode draws on a scientific article presenting a long-term study conducted by the University of Giessen on feeding and lying behaviour in five cattle breeds. The findings highlight clear breed-related differences, with Brown Swiss showing the longest feeding times and Red Holsteins recording the greatest lying durations. Beyond breed effects, lactation stage, age and ambient temperature significantly influence daily behavioural patterns. Sensor data demonstrate that heat stress reduces both resting time and feed intake, indicating direct consequences for metabolic stability and…
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