Breeding Strategies
The rise in quality beef-on-dairy calves for the feeder sector has created stiffer competition for native beef cattle. Accessing all available tools will help beef producers stand out in this new market environment.
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Use of estrus synchronization with natural service
While generally thought of as a part of A.I. breeding, synchronization can be equally valuable in natural service systems. These guidelines can help your bulls and females be more successful this breeding season.
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Know your marketplace: Hand-pick genetics to maximize profitability
For years, the cow-calf sector has made breeding decisions with maternal traits at the forefront. However, placing more focus on terminal traits could be the most profitable choice for many producers.
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Genetic improvement driven by distinct factors
Improving a cow herd’s genetics can happen from many different points of origin and emphasize even more tactics. Fortunately, a few factors top the list when looking for guidance on these important decisions.
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Crossbreeding: The beef industry’s most underutilized tool
Even with a proven track record of success, crossbreeding plans are not as readily implemented on U.S. ranches as you might think. Here’s a quick refresher on how and why it can improve your operation.
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What’s the beef with beef-on-dairy calves?
The sharp rise in beef-on-dairy over the last half-decade has forced the beef industry to face challenges – from calf raisers to the feedlot to the packing plant – that previously had played relatively minor roles.
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Adjustment factors help producers navigate use of multiple breeds
EPDs provide a lot of value when selecting bulls for your herd, but understanding across-breed EPD relationships can help producers more precisely apply heterosis and breed complementarity with their specific environment.
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Why are dairy-beef crosses so prominent right now?
The beef-on-dairy phenomenon seems to be here to stay. It’s worth looking at some of the industry dynamics that have led to the dramatic growth of this part of the national beef herd.
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Dairy producer attitudes about beef-on-dairy
Beef-on-dairy crossbreeding has created an entirely new segment in the fed calf markets. A mutually beneficial partnership between the two industries is dependent on producers on both ends being aware of each other’s motives and priorities.
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