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The Risks of Hauling Pregnant Cows is Greatest in First Trimester

The following article was written by Chevy-Lynn Vaske, Kansas State Extension Service.

Transporting pregnant cows may seem routine, but timing and management decisions can have significant impacts on the success of the herd, according to experts from the Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute.

During a recent episode of the BCI Cattle Chat podcast, veterinarians and beef cattle experts emphasized that moving pregnant cattle requires careful consideration to avoid unnecessary stress and potential pregnancy loss.

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