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5 Trending Headlines: Ag-gag law under attack; PLUS: how many heifers to keep?
2018-12-10 18:12:00| Beef
Just as has happened in other states, Kansas ag-gag law is under attack in federal court. That and more awaits you in this weeks Trending Headlines.
Weighing the costs of buying or raising replacement heifers
2018-10-08 03:27:47| Beef
Should you buy bred heifers or develop replacement heifers of your own? The answer really depends on the year and the operation.
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FOCUS ON HEIFERS AND YOUNG COWS DURING DRY PERIODS
2018-08-20 21:44:24| Cattle Today
Beef production has one fundamental principle: We live and sleep with Mother Nature, so we need to listen to her.
PREG CHECK AND CULL HEIFERS EARLY
2018-08-20 21:43:49| Cattle Today
Many ranchers choose to breed the replacement heifers about a month ahead of the mature cows in the herd. In addition, they like to use a shortened 45 to 60-day breeding season for the replacement heifers. The next logical step is to determine which of these heifers failed to conceive in their first breeding season. This is more important today than ever before.
Cull heifers early; PLUS: The true costs of an open cow
2018-07-01 20:27:52| Beef
Want to save money on your feed costs this winter? Dont skip pregnancy checking.