Cow Nutrition Can Have Long-Term Impacts on Calf’s Productivity
Amy E. Radunz
BEEF Magazine
Good nutrition is more than just increased cow performance
Many producers recognize the importance of cow nutrition, especially during late gestation, because of the influence on the cow’s postpartum reproductive performance. However, researchers are discovering cow nutrition during gestation affects fetal growth and development of her calf, which can have long-term impacts on the calf’s productivity.