FVMB Licence 2020: During the first part of lactation in cows (8-10 weeks after calving) they physiologically mobilize some of the body reserves. Why?

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During the first part of lactation in cows (8-10 weeks after calving) they physiologically mobilize some of the body reserves. Why?

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cow’s ingestion capacity is less and not covers animal requirements

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milk fat content is higher

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milk production has a tendency to decrease

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milk protein content is high

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requirements of cows have a tendency to decrease

During the first part of lactation in cows (8-10 weeks after calving) they physiologically mobilize some of the body reserves. Why?