Episode 66: Birds, Bees and Breeding Beef Cattle

The goal of a cow-calf operation should be for each breeding female to deliver a healthy calf to weaning each year. While this sounds simple enough, there is a long list of variables that must fall into place before that can happen. In this episode, we’re breaking down the key considerations to keep in mind when it comes to your beef cattle breeding program. From timing and nutrition to herd health and preg checking - to help you improve outcomes and boost productivity.    Relevant Links:  Birds and Beef and Breeding Beef Cattle (article) Breeding Cow Management (webpage) Bull Management (webpage) Pregnancy Detection Tool, interactive tool) Tighten the Calving Season: How to Increase Profitability Through Calving Distribution (resources) Carrying Capacity Calculator (interactive tool)