Below is the link to an article about observations made by ranchers about the emotional impact of forced premature weaning on the cows and their calves. Very interesting, especially the impact on fertility.

http://www.awionline.org/farm/q46-2vik.htm

Jennifer Tow, IBCLC, CT, USA

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