Enrolling heifers in an IVF program is extremely advantageous for genetic advancement in any operation. Even small numbers of viable pregnancies from a prepubertal heifer can give a producer the competitive genetic edge that every dairy farmer is aiming to achieve. 

Bottle teats can be more than just an inconvenience during calving; they can play a major role in the economic efficiency of that cow.

When going out to tag calves, most cow-calf producers would prefer to find a new bull calf rather than a heifer. For the cow-calf producer, though, could heifers have more potential value than a steer? 

For cow-calf producers, it’s impossible to determine which of their heifers will become their most profitable long-term females simply by eyeballing them over the fence.

We all have heard the common concern facing global food security: The demand for a high-quality protein source is expected to increase with a rapidly increasing population.