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New Electronic Heat Detection for Beef Cattle

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Research indicates that successful visual estrus detection and subsequent pregnancyrates are directly related to the frequency and duration of each heat check. The objective of this report is to describe a new heat detection system and to demonstrate its potential effectiveness for use with artificial insemination (AI) and embryo transfer (ET) procedures.

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3/31/2005 2:06:56 PM

Heat Watch patch on commercial cow for Estrus Detection.
This estrus detection device (HeatWatch patch), is placed on the tailhead region of the cow secured in a pouch. These cattle are at the LSU AgCenter's Idlewild Research Station, near Clinton, La.

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Posted on: 3/31/2005 2:06:56 PM

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Godke, Robert A.
 
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Carter, J A.
Hylan, Darin A.
 
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