Enhancing Fertility in Dairy Cows: Integrating Nutritional, Hormonal, and Technological Approaches for Optimal Reproductive Health

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International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications
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By: Md. Emran Hossain and Shilpi Islam

Md. Emran Hossain: Department of Animal Science and Nutrition, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Khulshi, Chattogram, Bangladesh
Shilpi Islam: Department of Animal Science and Nutrition, Gazipur Agricultural University, Salna, Gazipur, Bangladesh

Abstract

Enhancing fertility in dairy cows is crucial for improving reproductive efficiency, ensuring sustainable dairy production, and optimizing herd health. This study explores the integration of nutritional, hormonal, and technological approaches to achieve optimal reproductive outcomes. Nutritional interventions, including macro- and trace minerals, vitamins, protein supplements, and energy boosters, are critical in supporting the physiological demands of dairy cows, particularly during transition periods and lactation. Hormonal therapies such as progesterone, GnRH analogs, and prostaglandins are pivotal in regulating estrus cycles and improving conception rates. Technological innovations, including artificial insemination (AI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and advanced reproductive imaging techniques, provide valuable tools for improving breeding efficiency and monitoring reproductive health. Additionally, emerging approaches like stem cell therapy, nanotechnology, and microbiome-targeted therapies offer promising avenues for enhancing fertility through more personalized and precise interventions. Understanding the interplay between these
strategies enables the development of more effective fertility management systems. The integration of
these approaches addresses key challenges in dairy farming, including metabolic disorders, environmental stress, and inefficient breeding, thereby enhancing reproductive success and overall farm productivity. This review underscores the importance of a multifaceted approach in optimizing fertility, highlighting the potential for future research to refine and expand these strategies for sustainable dairy development.
Keywords: Dairy cow fertility, hormonal therapies, reproductive health, metabolic disorders, probiotics, reproductive technologies, trace minerals, omega-3 fatty acids

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