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ISSN 2624-862X · MDPI AG · 352 articles in the index
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Association of Seroprevalence of Respiratory Pathogens and Herd-Level Management Factors with Inflammatory Markers in Dairy Cattle
This cross-sectional study investigated the associations between the acute-phase proteins (APP) serum amyloid A (SAA) and haptoglobin (Hp), herd-level factors, and the seroprevalence of respiratory pathogens in Estonian dairy herds. Serum samples were analysed from 938 cows (95 herds) and 921…
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Integrative Insights into Metabolic, Oxidative, and Immune Adaptations During the Transition Period in Dairy Cows: Revisiting Nutritional Strategies and Emerging Roles of Injectable Trace Minerals
The transition period, spanning approximately three weeks before and after parturition, represents one of the most critical physiological windows in dairy production. Profound metabolic, endocrine, and immune adaptations occur as the cow shifts from gestation to lactation, predisposing…
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Association of Differential Somatic Cell Count with Antibiotic Success Following an Intramammary Infection
Historically, methods to detect subclinical mastitis have been used to aid treatment decisions. The limitations of these tests have led to the exploration of the use of differential somatic cell count (DSCC). The objective of this study was to evaluate the relationship between DSCC and antibiotic…
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The Keto–Inflammatory Network: From Systems Biology to Biological Code
The transition from energy sufficiency to deficiency triggers complex metabolic and immune adaptations that have traditionally been viewed through a reductionist pathological lens. During early lactation, coordinated mobilization of adipose tissue, muscle protein, and bone minerals supports milk…
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Antimicrobial Resistance in Enterococci of Dairy Origin—A Review
Enterococci are ubiquitous lactic acid bacteria frequently detected in dairy environments, where they represent an important component of the non-starter lactic acid bacteria community, particularly in artisanal cheeses produced from raw milk. Due to their metabolic versatility, enterococci may…
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Differential Average Daily Gain of Pregnant Holstein × Gyr Heifers: Effects on Future Milk Production
This study examined the effects of average daily gain (ADG) during gestation on growth, nutrient digestibility, metabolic response, and subsequent milk yield and composition in dairy heifers. Twenty pregnant Holstein × Gyr heifers (450 ± 5.0 kg; 18 ± 1.1 months) were randomly assigned to moderate…
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Integrated Scenario Modelling and Multi-Criteria Evaluation of Latvia’s Milk Production Development Until 2032
The study analyzes the long-term development prospects of the Latvian dairy sector until 2032, using an integrated modeling approach that combines the AGMEMOD partial equilibrium model with the TOPSIS multi-criteria evaluation method. The study addresses the main challenge facing the sector—how to…
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Physicochemical and Microbiological Characteristics of Artisanal Colonial Cheese Made from Raw Milk Obtained from Jersey Cows Supplemented with Essential Oils
Colonial cheese production represents a valuable cultural and economic activity in southern Brazil. This study evaluated the effect of oral supplementation of dairy cows with an essential oil blend (EOB)—a combination of eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil, and menthol crystals—on the chemical…
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Volatile Compound Profile, Fatty Acid Composition and Lipid Quality Parameters of Artisanal Kargı Tulum Cheese During Production and Ripening
Kargı Tulum cheese differs from other Tulum cheeses with its unique production and ripening method. No systematic study has yet explored the change in the volatile compounds and fatty acids during the ripening process of Kargı Tulum cheese. The objective of this study was to monitor the change in…
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Rapid Direct CSN2 Genotyping by PCR and Its Application in Population Genetics and A2 Milk Selection in Holstein Cattle
The polymorphism of the bovine β-casein gene (CSN2) is of increasing interest due to its relevance for A2 milk production. This study genotyped 2773 Holstein-Friesian cows for five CSN2 alleles (A1, A2, A3, B, I) using both conventional DNA-based PCR and a newly evaluated direct PCR protocol…
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Preliminary Study of Microbiological and Immunological Quality of Sheep Colostrum: Influence on Early Postnatal Weight Change
Colostrum is crucial for the survival, development, and the future productivity of newborns. In this study, we evaluated the immunological and microbiological quality of colostrum in 28 Rasa Aragonesa ewes and its relationship with offspring growth during the first 48 h postpartum. Colostrum…
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Substituting Cow’s Milk with Goat’s Milk Changed the Nutritional, Rheological, and Volatile Profiles of Kefir Produced by Kefir Grains
Kefir grains, originating from the Caucasus, are irregularly shaped, semi-solid granules resembling popcorn or cauliflower (0.3 to 3.5 cm), composed of bacteria and fungi embedded in extracellular polysaccharides such as kefiran. In this study, kefir samples were produced using different ratios of…
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Effects of Supplementation with Rumen-Protected Fats and Thermally Processed Soybean on Intake, Nutrient Digestibility, and Milk Composition of Pantaneiras Ewes
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the supplementation with rumen-protected fat from soybean or palm and thermally processed soybean on the feed intake, digestibility of nutrients, milk production, and milk content of ewes. Twenty-five Pantaneiras ewes, 3–6 years old, 39.8 ± 3.51 kg body…
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Relationships Among Milk Lactoferrin Content, Metabolic Profiles and Milk Composition During Early Lactation in Holstein Cows
Lactoferrin (LF) is an iron-binding immunoprotein of the mammary gland whose levels increase during mastitis and may be influenced by the metabolic status of the cow. During early lactation, dairy cows are exposed to a negative energy balance (NEB) and the associated increase in susceptibility to…
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Laboratory-Specific Comparison of KASP and a Locally Implemented Gel-Based T-ARMS PCR Workflow for Targeted CSN2 Codon-67 Genotyping in a Holstein–Friesian Panel
Targeted CSN2 codon-67 genotyping supports A2-oriented breeding and herd management. We compared Kompetitive Allele-Specific PCR (KASP) with a locally implemented gel-based tetra-primer amplification refractory mutation system PCR (T-ARMS PCR) workflow in a balanced, non-population-representative…
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Residual Effects of Heat Stress on Lactating Holstein Cows During Post-Heat Recovery
Heat stress is frequently associated with reduced dry matter intake (DMI), milk yield, and physiological alterations in Holstein dairy cows. The aim was to evaluate how prior exposure to heat stress affects feed intake, milk production, energy balance, blood metabolites, and infrared thermography…
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Factors Associated with Retail Price Variation in European Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Cheeses
European Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) cheeses represent a diverse sector in which geographical origin, production rules, species, territorial context, and market orientation shape product value. This study aimed to examine product, territorial…
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Effect of Blackcurrant Juice Soaking on Anthocyanin Stability, Color Development, and Quality Characteristics of Semi-Hard Ripened Cheese
The application of natural colorants in cheese manufacture is gaining increasing interest as an alternative to synthetic additives. This study investigated the incorporation, stability, and technological effects of blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum L.) anthocyanins on semi-hard Trappist cheese during…
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The Effects of Collecting Bovine Milk Samples Premilking and Postmilking on the Results of Bacteriologic Analysis and Somatic Cell Count
Milk sample collection before attaching the milking cluster for bacteriological and cytological examination is a standard clinical diagnostic procedure in dairy production. Collecting samples premilking can be difficult under certain field conditions. Therefore, we aimed to determine the effect of…
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The Hoof as the Sentinel of Systemic Failure: The Lameness Triad and the Susceptibility–Resilience Gate in Dairy Cows
Lameness is a major welfare and economic disorder in dairy production and a clinical sign with multiple causes. This review focuses on claw horn disruption lesions (CHDL), a major cause of periparturient lameness. Although hoof-centered prevention and treatment remain essential, preclinical…