Selection of a Dairy Bull
Ahlawat, A. R.
College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh, Gujarat (362 001), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Brisket, Bull, Selection, Sire
Abstract
To get a good dairy cow we have to start with a good dairy bull Dairy bull selection and management are critical aspect for dairy industry. Getting more out of a bull, whether this means more calves per lifetime or more value from these calves can help the dairy farmer earn more profit. Selecting a dairy bull should be panned well in advance before the actual requirement. Examination of bull prior to introduction of the dairy bull in the breeding examination warrants a careful and critical examination of the bull right from the general appearances, muscular skeletal system, the foot, gait and the masculinity.
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