Decreasing metabolic diseases for transition cows

A multifactorial approach is needed overcome metabolic issues during the transition phase. Important is to aim to decrease immunosuppression, keep feed intake as high as possible and ensure a quick rumen adaptation to the lactating diet. Ensuring a good start is the key for a successful lactation. Whatever happens during the transition period –for good and for bad- will mark the rest of the lactation; reproductive and production success and to a great extent replacement rate will depend on a