No matter how small or large your livestock operation is, good record keeping is important. You would think with only one or two cows you would be able to remember when a calf was born, or when you bred your cow, but I have received so many messages over the years from customers asking when …
As many of you have already learned, having cattle is expensive. Although I can not make it to where having cattle is not expensive, I can sure give you advice to save money. There are certain stages of a cow’s production cycle where it is very critical to spend the money on nutrition and annual …
Early weaning calves can save money, improve conception rates, and increase stocking rates. If you are located close to an urban setting, typically the price of land limits the amount of pasture available for natural grazing, leaving you to supplement with harvested feeds. In our own operation, we feed hay year-round, so early weaning allows …
I know many of you are just starting the fall calving season, but as the calves hit the ground, it is never to early to start planning to re-breed those cows and heifers. Here is a list of things that can make your fall breeding go the best it can. For me, it can be broken …
Genetic defects are not a new subject, and there have been hundreds of commentaries out there discussing it. Now it’s my turn to talk. Since our cattle operation is concentrated mainly around Maine Anjou and Chianina genetics, we have great exposure to the risks of the genetic defects PHA and TH within our herd. ZNT …
I know there are several different places you can find Gestation Tables, but I just thought I would share the link I use regularly to determine calving dates when I am making my breeding plans. Thank you Becky at Showsteers.com for providing such a good resource. http://www.showsteers.com/NAV/gestation.htm
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