Weaning is a stressful time for calves, cows and the folks who are caring for them. But there are some considerations to keep in mind related to timing, strategy and handling to make the process a bit smoother for everyone involved.

As the summer heat gives way to crisp fall days, we move into the time to ship calves to their next destination. Before they go, weaning them from their mothers needs to take place. Weaning can be achieved using multiple methods, all with different pros and cons, and can be tweaked to fit your operation and its goals.