Articles Tagged with ''bulls''
What started as a reproduction service to local cattle producers has grown to international recognition in a few short years.
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Schedule breeding soundness exams prior to turnout
Breeding soundness exams can uncover potential problems with young bulls that were just purchased and older bulls that have already sired calf crops.
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Tips for success when starting an A.I. program
The success of an A.I. program depends on a number of variables. Developing a specific 'equation of reproduction' for your ranch will go a long way toward implementing a strong, profitable program.
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Is cottonseed going to make my bulls infertile?
In some corners of the industry, whole cottonseed as a feedstuff has a bad reputation for negatively affecting bull fertility due to its abundance of gossypol. But research has proven that, when utilized at recommended rates, this is not the case.
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Picking a winning bull by the numbers
Understanding what goes into determining expected progeny differences (EPD) numbers can go a long way toward helping producers better know which bulls will work best in their herds.
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Benefits of estrus synchronization with A.I. or natural service
Estrus synchronization has more benefits than just a compressed calving season. It also creates more potential for heavier weaning weights and more cow longevity, among other things.
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8 tips to prevent trich in your herd
Biosecurity and testing are crucial to keeping trichomoniasis out of your herd and avoiding reproductive and economic losses.
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What are indexes, and when should you use them?
When selecting breeding stock, producers often ignore information such as $ Index value simply because they don’t understand the data. When used in concert with EPDs, these indexes can help determine different animals’ true reproductive value.
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Reducing disease risk on a cow-calf operation
Many cow-calf operations are considered closed herds and only bring new animals onto the property with the addition of new herd sires. However, with any new addition, the greater the risk for disease and the need for biosecurity.
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