The cost to productivity and the potential benefits of 2- and 3-day watering of Boran cattle

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Abstract

A trial conducted to examine the effects of watering Boran cattle once daily, once every two days and once every three days on birth and weaning weights, post-weaning growth and cow performance under extensive grazing conditions.

Authors

  • Nicholson, M.J.

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