REPRODUCTIVE MANAGEMENT OF COWS SUPPLEMENTED WITH BOVINE SOMATOTROPIN

Use of bovine somatotropin, a protein hormone, as a supplement for dai ry cows can increase milk production. Reproductive performance is also affected by use of the hormone, however. Studies have shown that preg nancy rate at first service is reduced for cows supplemented with bovi ne somatotropin. To counter negative effects of bovine somatotropin us e and to increase herd performance in general, diary producers need to implement new management strategies.