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Scientific Article

Accuracy of predicted calving dates in Holstein-Friesian dairy cows based on fetal ages estimated using manual rectal palpation

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Pages 234-240 | Received 01 Apr 2011, Accepted 21 Sep 2011, Published online: 20 Jun 2012

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