Farm Animals

Cattle Welfare: Reproductive Welfare Assessment

Reproductive welfare assessment in dairy and beef cattle enables identification of welfare-relevant reproductive failures including silent heat and anovulation.

Key Facts

Evidence-based animal welfare practices improve outcomes for animals and producers alike
Scientific research guides best practice in this area
Welfare improvements in this area are achievable at reasonable cost
Public awareness and consumer choice can drive positive change

Welfare Considerations

Reproductive welfare encompasses the welfare implications of reproductive management procedures, monitoring intensity, and responses to reproductive failure. Cows experiencing reproductive difficulties benefit from timely, welfare-conscious investigation and treatment.

What You Can Do

Learn more about this welfare topic from scientific sources
Support organisations working on this welfare issue
Make informed choices that support better welfare outcomes
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