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An Open Heifer: To Keep or Not To Keep

by hbaker
August 20, 2024

One question that arises every year for cattle producers is what to do with weaned heifers. Should they be retained or sold at weaning? Retaining heifers or buying replacements are both costly ways to build and expand a herd. Therefore, it is ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Tags: Beef Cattle Management, Budgeting, Hannah Baker, Heifer Development, Marketing

Decisions today for tomorrow’s cow: maximizing longevity and productivity

by Ken Gioeli
March 26, 2021

Replacing the beef cow on Florida ranches creates opportunities and challenges for ranchers. In this article we will discuss factors to consider when choosing and managing your future cow herd. Decisions you make about your replacement heifers ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Beef Cattle Nutrition, Cattle Selection, Feeding Cattle, Heifer Development

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An Open Heifer: To Keep or Not To Keep

Decisions today for tomorrow’s cow: maximizing longevity and productivity

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