Long Calving Seasons: Problems and Solutions

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
January 25, 2022
Price
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Overview

There is an important relationship between the length of the calving season and dollar return, pounds of calf weaned, and the reproductive performance of the breeding herd. This publication explains that relationship. It also covers the management of the calving season and answers common questions cattle producers have. (5 pages)

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