The impact of sanity on the fertility of cows submitted to reproductive biotechnics

Abstract

The productivity in the herds is directly associated with reproduction. Thus, in order to achieve a better efficiency, the most varied reproductive biotechniques have been applied to the plants. Several factors have a direct influence on reproductive performance, including genetics, nutrition, zootechnical management, and sanitation. However, the sanity of the herd through the use of prophylactic measures against infectious agents is often neglected. In this context, particular attention should be paid to health programs, since 37-50% of gestational losses in the herd are consequences of infectious diseases of the reproductive tract caused by viral, bacterial or protozoan agents. Thus, this review will discuss the main advantages obtained with the use of reproductive biotechniques to increase fertility and the epidemiological aspects related to the diseases that cause reproductive failures in cows. Finally, we will also explain the importance of implementing sanitary programs with adequate management and vaccination of animals, to minimize economic losses related to reproductive diseases and, consequently, obtain higher pregnancy rates in the use of reproduction biotechnologies.