Good predictors of calf vigor identified

In human medicine, newborns undergo an APGAR test following birth. APGAR stands for appearance, pulse, grimace, activity and respiration. This test evaluates the baby’s tolerance of the birthing process and assesses vitality outside the womb. An APGAR test for calves could give cattle producers a more defined protocol to intervene on the calf’s behalf. Developing such a test has been difficult,£ b…