C. Iglesias

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Total Citations

216

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About

C. Iglesias is a leading researcher in dairy cattle nutrition and management, with a focus on rumen health and feeding behavior. Their work has significantly advanced understanding of how feeding patterns and dietary supplements affect dairy cow performance and well-being. A key contribution is the highly cited study "Daily rumen pH pattern of loose-housed dairy cattle as affected by feeding pattern and live yeast supplementation" (176 citations), which demonstrated the critical role of feeding management in preventing subacute ruminal acidosis and improving digestive efficiency. Iglesias also explored the social dynamics of dairy herds in "Performance and Feeding Behavior of Primiparous Cows Loose Housed Alone or Together with Multiparous Cows" (40 citations), providing practical insights into how grouping strategies can enhance feed intake, milk production, and welfare for first-lactation cows. Their research bridges fundamental animal physiology with applied farm management, offering evidence-based recommendations for optimizing dairy operations. With a career marked by impactful studies on rumen pH dynamics and social housing effects, Iglesias continues to influence sustainable livestock practices and animal health.