Faster return to positive energy balance

Metabolism: Faster return to positive energy balance

In the first third of lactation in particular, every dairy cow is subject to a negative energy balance. For consequent lactation it is extremely important that cows can build up their mobilised body fat again before the next calving. A high intake of forage plays an important role in this.

Regeneration of fat deposit

Werny, 2014

Cows on rubber flooring return to a positive energy balance more quickly. This head start allows them
to regain their original physical condition at the end of lactation, in contrast to cows on concrete floors.
These findings clearly indicate that cows on rubber flooring go to feed more frequently. Because this
is the most important prerequisite for rebuilding mobilised body fat as quickly as possible.

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