Mechanisms regulating post-partum acyclicity in suckled bovines: a review


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Authors

  • A K Singh Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, R S Pura, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir
  • Sudershan Kumar Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, R S Pura, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir
  • A K Srivastava Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, R S Pura, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir

Keywords:

Bovine, Neuroendocrine, Post-partum anoestrus, Reproductive efficiency, Suckling

Abstract

Prolonged post-partum acyclicity in large ruminants is a source of economic loss to small-scale dairy farmers in the developing world. Duration of post-partum anoestrus is influenced by suckling, nutrition, season and several other minor factors. This review summarizes the current mechanisms through which suckling calf attenuates gonadotropin secretion and extends the post-partum anoestrus interval in bovines. Utilizing the data from cattle and buffalo, a model for suckling induced inhibition of pulsatile LH release is proposed. Continuing advances in the areas of fundamental biology should lay the groundwork for the development of managemental strategies of the future.

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Submitted

2011-09-15

Published

2007-10-05

Issue

Vol. 77 No. 10 (2007)

Section

Articles

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How to Cite

Singh, A. K., Kumar, S., & Srivastava, A. K. (2007). Mechanisms regulating post-partum acyclicity in suckled bovines: a review. The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, 77(10). https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IJAnS/article/view/10291