Induction of puberty vs. induction of ovulation using steroid hormones in beef heifers: a comprehensive review
Roberto Sartori; Rodrigo Lemos Olivieri Rodrigues Alves; Ana Luíza Müller Lopes
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Submitted date:
05/26/2024
Accepted date:
07/14/2024
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