Influence of feeding fresh colostrum from the dam or frozen colostrum from a pool on indicator gut microbes and the inflammatory response in neonatal calves

Martin, Camila Cecilia; Oliveira, Sylvia Marquart Fontes Novo de; Costa, Juliana França dos Reis; Baccili, Camila Costa; Silva, Bruno Toledo; Hurley, David J.; Gomes, Viviani

doi:10.1016/j.rvsc.2020.10.017

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“…Second, it favors the conditioning of the cow for the milking period, whether manual or mechanical. Colostrum ingestion is important because it confers passive immunity by transferring antibodies and leucocytes of maternal origin [ 72 , 73 ] to the calf during the first hours post-birth. It is important to consider that the absorption of immunoglobulins ends within 36 h postpartum.…”

Section: Colostrummentioning

confidence: 99%

“…It is important to consider that the absorption of immunoglobulins ends within 36 h postpartum. During this interval, only the abomasum is active, so colostrum ingestion not only exerts effects on the calf’s immune system but also supplies valuable nutritional compounds, such as vitamins, fats, and proteins [ 72 , 74 ]. The practice of allonursing among water buffaloes also has two main repercussions; it can compensate for any nutritional deficiency in the calves, but it might increase the risk of the transmission of pathogens [ 62 ].…”

Section: Colostrummentioning

confidence: 99%

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Handling and Physiological Aspects of the Dual-Purpose Water Buffalo Production System in the Mexican Humid Tropics

Rodríguez-González

Minervino

Orihuela

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Animals

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The purpose of this paper is to describe the characteristics of the dual-purpose water buffalo production based on the Mexican production system as a model in tropical wetlands. It includes a broad literature review emphasizing the most recent and specialized publications examining key findings to improve our understanding in the performance of the buffalo species (Bubalus bubalis). The complementary topics addressed include reproductive management, parturition, the dam–calf bond, milking routines, and models of confinement and management, in addition to aspects related to milk commercialization. This article summarizes the advances made to date in this production system and its current margins for improvement. The development of dual-purpose water buffalo production systems in Mexico’s tropical wetlands is a relatively recent phenomenon that has progressed and improved due to herd management. Buffaloes are an interesting alternative for dual purpose systems that offer several advantages. The lower milk production of this species compared to cattle is its main limitation. However, the properties of their milk allow one to obtain an added value and make this type of farms competitive. In synthesis, consolidating buffalo production in Mexico’s tropical wetlands will require broadening our knowledge of this species, and perfecting the most appropriate handling procedures. The activities of government agencies and processing enterprises will play vital roles in achieving the integral modernization of this potentially important economic activity.

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Section: Colostrummentioning

confidence: 99%