Items Tagged with 'beef calving'
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What to record at calving time
Several data points, from birthweight to udder score, can not only determine the success of this calving season but can inform management decisions looking forward.
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Cows without crowns
Spring-calving season is an important time for culling decisions. Cows that have been treated well but lack in performance should be evaluated at this time.
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Management strategies for young cows
Managing young cows differently from mature cows – from nutrition to breeding practices – can help set them up for success in the herd.
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A successful calving season starts with successful preparation
Calving season is upon many producers across the U.S., and with that comes the excitement of seeing all your hard work, management and genetic selection decisions come to fruition. But it also comes with the work of keeping these calves alive and healthy.
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Preparing for winter calving: 6 tips every rancher should know
Preparing six key areas of your operation will set you up for a less stressful, more successful spring calving season.
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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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Preparing for the upcoming calving season
Keeping a finger on the pulse of your cow herd’s needs in the weeks prior to calving will pay big dividends when calves start hitting the ground.
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Retained placenta causes and treatments
The placenta should shed on its own, but in some instances, nutritional deficiencies or a difficult calving can keep the placenta retained. In this case, producers should monitor the cow for infection and avoid manual and antibiotic treatments.
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