Acta Veterinaria et Zootechnica Sinica ›› 2021, Vol. 52 ›› Issue (4): 862-871.doi: 10.11843/j.issn.0366-6964.2021.04.002

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Analysis of Identification Technology and Influence Factors on Silent Estrus of Cows

ZHOU Zhengyi1,2, TIAN Li3, TIAN Hongzhi1, LI Ruyi1,4, DUAN Chenying1,4, OBIANWUNA Uchechukwu Edna1, Lü Lihua2*, WANG Dong1*   

  1. 1. Institute of Animal Science, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China;
    2. College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Taigu 030801, China;
    3. National Animal Husbandry Service, Beijing 100125, China;
    4. College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
  • Received:2020-07-27 Online:2021-04-23 Published:2021-04-25

Abstract: Although cows in silent estrus don’t show overt estrus behaviors, the normal follicular development and ovulation process can also be detected. The cows in silent estrus often miss the best opportunity for artificial insemination since no ideal oestrous identification method, which leads to a longer calving interval and the increase of feeding cost. Therefore, the identification method and the possible causes of silent estrus in cows were reviewed. It was pointed out that scientific management and reasonable nutrition could decrease the occurrence of silent estrus in cows. In addition, the estrus markers in feces, urine and milk should be given an deep study to understand the various physiological changes during the oestrous cycle, combining these physiological parameters and the internet, bioinformatics and other technologies, which will enable us to develop more accurate and efficient estrus detection technology, and thoroughly overcome the technical bottleneck of silent estrus identification.

Key words: silent estrus, estrus detection, follicular development, cow

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