#197 – Compare Cow $ize

by | Sep 23, 2025 | Herd Quitter® Minute | 0 comments

Why does the status quo beef industry continue to select for more growth when the only thing increasing is cow size? They believe that bigger weaning weights mean bigger profits. Here’s a challenge for you: run the numbers on your own herd and compare them to a herd of moderate-sized cows. Why not sell more pounds per acre for more $ per pound?

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