This study in goats demonstrated a high-grain diet caused profound ruminal epithelial cellular damage and changes in tight junctions, which was associated with a local inflammatory response. Read

Calves undergo a process of rumen development before, during and after weaning. Researchers are still seeking to understand the rumen microbiome development that happens. Click to read the whole study. Read

Laminitis-related and infectious claw disorders often cause a decrease in milk yield. Claw disorders are also responsible for reproduction problems and can reduce feed intake. This study examines the most efficient measures to prevent those losses — and improve animal welfare. Read

This study helps develop a methodology for biopsying the rumen and colon in ruminant animals.  Read

Milk yield is significantly lower in first-lactation heifers that experienced fetal heat stress. This study examines how the development of mammary glands are affected by heat stress during gestation. Read

This study by U.S. researchers quantifies the links between neutral detergent fiber (NDF) intake, diet particle size and ruminal pH. Read

This study evaluates the effect of concentrate presentation on ruminant feeding behavior. Read

In this paper, the authors compiled a comprehensive understanding of the dietary, animal, and management factors that affect eating and ruminating behavior in dairy cows. Read

This study investigates the relationship between the age of weaning and feed intake — and its influence on growth, gastrointestinal development and behavioral indicators in preweaning dairy calves. Read

This research analyzes the pre- and post-weaning ruminal and fecal microbiomes of Holstein dairy calves exposed to either gradual or abrupt weaning strategies. Read