High producing dairy cows generally receive in the diet up to 5–6% of fat. This is a relatively
low amount of fat in the diet compared to diets in monogastrics; however, dietary fat is …

Simple Summary Metabolic disorders are a key problem in the transition period of dairy
cows and often appear before the onset of further health problems. Problems derive from …

The demand for high-quality milk is increasing worldwide. The efficiency of milk synthesis
can be improved by taking advantage of the accumulated knowledge of the transcriptional …

The peripartal dairy cow experiences a state of reduced liver function coupled with
increased inflammation and oxidative stress. This study evaluated the effect of …

The immunometabolic status of peripartal cows is altered due to changes in liver function,
inflammation, and oxidative stress. Nutritional management during this physiological state …

The periparturient period is one of the most challenging periods in dairy cows and
encompasses the 3 wk prior to and 3 wk after parturition. The nutrient requirements of dairy …

The transition from late pregnancy to early lactation is a critical period in a dairy cow's life
due to the rapidly increasing drain of nutrients from the maternal organism towards the …

For dairy cattle to perform well throughout and following lactations, precise dietary control
during the periparturient phase is crucial. The primary issues experienced by periparturient …

Simple Summary A major concern for the development of livestock activities is represented
by the gradual reduction of antibiotic usage in farm animals, which may disturb the fragile …

Dairy cattle undergo dramatic metabolic, endocrine, physiologic and immune changes
during the peripartal period largely due to combined increases in energy requirements for …