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Maximizing profits with smaller cows

Ideally, a profitable cow weans a calf that is 50% of her mature weight, which isn’t always feasible with heavier cows. Learn how frame scores, body condition and genetics can lead to greater profitability.

August 23, 2023

Gilda V. Bryant

Larger cows and their calves’ heavier weaning weights may not bring profits to the operation. How do these cattle impact productivity, and what changes can beef producers make to improve profitability?

Why body condition scoring matters, even for fall-calving herds

Though much of determining BCS is subjective, it can be an important tool when preparing for fall calving and breedback.

July 5, 2023

Jason M. Warner

Body condition score is one of the most frequently discussed measurements to assess the nutrition status and subsequent reproductive potential of both individual animals and the overall herd.

Managing the transition period for maximum success

Avoiding overconditioned cows at time of dry-off and replacing inorganic trace mineral salts with organic trace minerals can help make the transition period successful.

June 16, 2023

Eduardo S. Ribeiro

The impacts of management during the transition period can make or break future lactations and overall herd health, putting at risk investments in genetics, farm profitability and welfare.

Heat stress and essential nutrients for rumen microbes

By feeding the rumen microbiome, you can protect your herd from heat stress and maintain better body condition for a successful, more profitable lactation period.

May 31, 2023

Dana J. Tomlinson

The impact of heat stress is cumulative. One event may be easy for a cow to bounce back from, but over time, repeated bouts take longer recovery and hinder profitability. Nutrition is a valuable tool to help mitigate the effects of heat stress and maintain herd productivity.

Tips for success when starting an A.I. program

The success of an A.I. program depends on a number of variables. Developing a specific 'equation of reproduction' for your ranch will go a long way toward implementing a strong, profitable program.

April 26, 2023

Dan Busch

As with everything in the beef industry, there is no magical potion or protocol that will guarantee achieving maximum success with an A.I. program in all management scenarios.

Shorter dry periods, monitoring BCS is key to transition cow period

Recent research looks at facts and fiction for transition cow management.

March 28, 2023

Katie Coyne

“We are seeing the top herds being managed with 30-60 day dry periods with 45 days an optimum number. By forcing dry-off, late lactation intake of high-energy diets during low production days is avoided. This practice staves off adding extra weight for the upcoming dry period.” Dr. Ryan Pralle

Midwest/North: First-calf heifers: High nutrient demands can slow breedback

March 8, 2023

Travis Meteer

As breeding season approaches, it is worth reminding that timely supplementation to first-calf heifers may be warranted.

7 calving season safety tips to keep in mind

Producers can make calving season more safe and less stressful by reviewing calving basics, gathering all necessary supplies and getting their facilities in shape.

February 20, 2023

Liane Carter

Here are seven tips for ensuring your cows, calves and handlers have the easiest and safest time possible when it comes to calving.

Why the change in nutrition plans after calving?

It can be difficult to keep track of different cattle’s nutritional needs at different times. But making sure your cows and heifers are properly fed will result in more efficient mothers and healthier calves.

February 13, 2023

Sawyer Fonnesbeck

At this point in the year, beef producers have eliminated a good portion of those winter haystacks and are hoping green spring grass is in the future.

Comparaison des cotes d'état de chair des vaches taries

On s'attend à ce que la révision du Code de pratiques pour les bovins laitiers recommande une diminution de la cote d'état de chair idéale pour les vaches taries. Un sondage réalisé l'été dernier permet de comparer les cotes des vaches taries dans les troupeaux laitiers de l'Ontario.

January 1, 2023

Kiley deKraker, Anita Heeg, Marlene Paibomesai, Avalon Phillips, and Tom Wright

L'évaluation de l'état de chair des bovins laitiers est un outil de gestion important sur les fermes laitières. Il est utilisé pour favoriser l'atteinte des objectifs de reproduction et éviter les maladies métaboliques, comme l'acétonémie et la stéatose hépatique.

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Articles Tagged with ''body condition score''

Maximizing profits with smaller cows

Why body condition scoring matters, even for fall-calving herds

Managing the transition period for maximum success

Heat stress and essential nutrients for rumen microbes

Tips for success when starting an A.I. program

Shorter dry periods, monitoring BCS is key to transition cow period

Midwest/North: First-calf heifers: High nutrient demands can slow breedback

7 calving season safety tips to keep in mind

Why the change in nutrition plans after calving?

Comparaison des cotes d'état de chair des vaches taries

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