Topdressed CLA Boosts Production
Supplemental conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) increased milk production but reduced milkfat percentage in a trial in The Netherlands.
During the 13-week trial, four levels of CLA were topdressed once daily for early lactation cows. Milk production increased as the CLA dose increased, topping out at a 10% gain. Milkfat content dropped with increasing CLA amounts.
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