WEEK 5 (Shortened): Reproductive Management & Data

Reproduction & Reproductive Performance

Details/Subtopics:

  • Reproductive metrics: conception rate, days to first service, pregnancy rate
  • Heat detection data and estrus synchronization records
  • Introduction to event-based data analysis

Activities/Tasks

  • Lecture (2/19): Reproductive biology basics and key data-driven metrics
  • Lab (2/19):
    • CURC Visit #2: Observe reproductive management practices (AI, pregnancy checks)
    • Collect/discuss available reproductive data from CURC records
    • Brainstorm questions: How can reproductive data improve management?

Due Dates:

  • Reflection assignment on CURC visit (due start of Week 6)

Datasets/Resources:

  • CURC reproductive records (breeding dates, pregnancy outcomes)