S299: Enhancing Production and Reproductive Performance of Heat-Stressed Dairy Cattle
(Multistate Research Project)
Status: Inactive/Terminating
S299: Enhancing Production and Reproductive Performance of Heat-Stressed Dairy Cattle
Duration: 10/01/2000 to 09/30/2005
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Non-Technical Summary
Statement of Issues and Justification
Related, Current and Previous Work
Objectives
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To further elucidate direct and indirect effects of chronic heat stress in a hot, humid climate on nutrient intake and metabolism, endocrine status, and reproductive and lactational performance of dairy cattle.
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To develop physiological, nutritional, and environmental strategies to enhance milk production, reproductive performance, profitability and heat tolerance of dairy cattle in a hot, humid climate.
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Methods
Measurement of Progress and Results
Outputs
Outcomes or Projected Impacts
Milestones
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Organization/Governance
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