Ideally, heifers should conceive their first calf at 15 months of age and calve by 24 months. Breeding early sets her and her ...
Heifers are the future of the cow herd. These young females represent genetic progress, years of investment, and the foundation of the herd’s long-term productivity. But as most ranchers know, despite ...
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How pre-breeding exams can boost herd fertility and cut long-term losses
Pre-breeding exams help farmers identify heifers that calve earlier and stay fertile longer, boosting herd productivity and ...
Since calving season is in full swing in April, livestock producers should start thinking about the upcoming breeding season, said David Fernandez, Ph.D. Fernandez is an Extension livestock specialist ...
The Afrikaner cattle breed is prized for its indigenous hardiness, natural resistance, high fertility and ease of calving. Sabrina Dean found out more about the breed from Julian Balt, who was ...
Three generations from Grangefield Farm were on hand to proudly shown their Highlands at the Royal Hobart Show on Thursday.
The following are open class results reported from the Olmsted County Fair: Dairy Cattle -- Purebred Holstein -- Jr. Heifer Calf. Dairy Cattle -- Purebred Holstein -- Spring Yearling Heifer. First -- ...
For many years, commercial cow/calf producers have used birth weight expected progeny differences (EPD) in sire selection to minimize calving difficulty. However, some producers have expressed concern ...
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