How Many Replacement Heifers to Keep?

How Many Replacement Heifers to Keep?

Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist   Matching the number of cattle to the grass and feed resources on the ranch is a constant challenge for any cow-calf producer.  Also producers strive to maintain cow numbers to match their...
Why is 45+ Day Weaning Important for Feeder Calf Health?

Why is 45+ Day Weaning Important for Feeder Calf Health?

– Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist – The “Value-Added” calf sales were held all across the country in late summer and  fall.  Most of the “Value-Added” calf sales require that the calves are weaned at least 45 days...
UF/IFAS Animal Science Offering Know Your Heifer Program

UF/IFAS Animal Science Offering Know Your Heifer Program

Dr. Mario Binelli, UF/IFAS  Department of Animal  Sciences – In Florida, developing the yearling heifer to generate a successful pregnancy is a major challenge for beef operations. Delayed attainment of puberty and failure to conceive leads to a short-term...