How Big Is Too Big?
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Are your mature cows too big? What is the mature size of your cows? What is your average calf weaning weight? If you have never asked yourself these questions, it may be time to.
Why are cow size and calf weaning weight important? They relate directly to your ability to efficiently produce a pound of weaned calf. If you do not know the answer to these questions, you have no idea of your operational efficiency.Average cow weights have crept up over the years, mainly with the thought that weaning weights will increase. However, we may be past the optimal point of cow size and efficiency. A general goal that extension specialists have for a cow is to wean 50% of their mature body weight each year.
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