Malnutrition of pregnant beef cows and the impact on passive immunity transfer to calves
L. F. P. Silva
A * , L. G. S. Coimbra B and K. Eyre A
A The University of Queensland, Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation, Centre for Animal Science, Gatton, Qld 4343, Australia.
B School of Environmental and Rural Science, The University of New England, Armidale, NSW, Australia.
Abstract
Nutritional management in rangeland beef cattle systems prioritises optimal body condition scores at calving for improved fertility and reproductive success. However, this focus often overlooks short-term dietary deficiencies before calving, which can lead to adverse outcomes for neonatal calves. This review explores the effects of beef cow malnutrition during the periparturient period on colostrum production, lactation onset, and passive immunity transfer to calves. Additionally, it discusses the long-term impact of such malnutrition on the offspring. By understanding how nutritional interventions affect the transition from gestation to lactation, it becomes possible to enhance calf health and survival in arid tropical environments. Commonly occurring short-term dietary restrictions, particularly protein deficiencies, can disrupt the hormonal equilibrium, resulting in reduced colostrum volume and quality, hindering calf growth and increasing mortality risks. Furthermore, dietary restrictions during this period affect critical physiological processes such as mammary gland blood flow and fetal small-intestine development. The review explores how these constraints influence colostrum production and immunoglobulin absorption by neonatal calves. Additionally, it highlights the significance of addressing other common nutrient deficiencies such as phosphorus and water and investigates the potential benefits of supplementing microbial products to enhance rumen function and protect cows from inflammation. Ultimately, addressing malnutrition during pregnancy is essential to prevent negative impacts on offspring performance, including alterations in carcass composition and muscle marbling. Consequently, cattle producers who aim for superior muscle marbling in the carcass by using costly genetics should give priority to enhancing nutritional programs for late-pregnant cows. In conclusion, a comprehensive understanding of the effects of malnutrition during the periparturient period on colostrum production, passive immunity transfer, and overall calf health is crucial for developing effective nutritional interventions that improve colostrum production, passive immunity transfer, and overall calf health in rangeland beef cattle systems.
Keywords: beef cattle, calf loss, colostrum, maternal nutrition, passive immunity, pregnancy, progesterone, rangeland.
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