Decreased plasma testosterone concentrations and weight gain in young bulls affected by ryegrass staggers

Authors: Peterson A.J.; Bass J.J.; Byford M.J.

Source: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 32, Number 3, 1 March 1984 , pp. 36-37(2)

Publisher: New Zealand Veterinary Association

Abstract:

Ryegrass staggers caused a significant depression of plasma testosterone concentrations in prepubertal bulls, and the most severely affected animals had a marked reduction in liveweight gain.

Keywords: Cattle - general; Ill thrift; Poisoning - plant; Reproductive hormones; Ryegrass staggers

Document Type: Research article

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