#234 – Calf Weaning Options

#234 – Calf Weaning Options

We used to wean calves in a feedlot, then spent days dealing with the health issues that we created. For several years now, we have been fenceline weaning on grass, and it has made a big improvement. Here are some ideas to think about. Click to read the full...
#234 – Calf Weaning Options

#233 – Grass-based Genetics

The ability to turn forage into meat is the primary function of every cow herd. To be profitable for the cow/calf producer, genetics should be grass-based. PCC® cattle must perform on grass, or they don’t make the cut. Click to read the full transcript While visiting...
#234 – Calf Weaning Options

#232 – Herd Building

How important are growth EPD’s and big weaning weights? They are meaningless if they don’t result in more profit. For the producer building a cow herd, a profitable cow prospers on low-quality forage, calves easily, rebreeds on time and weans half her body...
#234 – Calf Weaning Options

#231 – Time Off

Everyone needs an attitude adjustment now and then. All it took for me was a little green grass and some time off with my grandkids. Click to read the full transcript This past week I was at PCC® headquarters in Cheyenne Wells, CO for Bull Workdays. There were several...
#234 – Calf Weaning Options

#230 – New Technology

We made the jump to some new technology. My partner and I put “Halter” collars on our cows so that he can maximize grazing management. We’ll let you know how it’s going once they’re trained. Click to read the full transcript Every now and...