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Estrus Synchronization Success Hinges on Compliance

By Pedro Fontes

Estrus synchronization protocols rely on the use of exogenous hormones to manipulate the estrous cycle of beef cows or heifers.

The goal of these protocols is to control when females express behavioral estrus and consequently ovulate.

Source : osu.edu

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