Ketosis Farming Note

Ketosis is one of the most significant ‘hidden’ diseases affecting the UK dairy herd. Around 30% of cows are estimated to develop the metabolic disease during the transition period at a cost of about £200 a case.

This Farming Note focuses on causes, diagnosis, testing and treatment.

Issued August 2017

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