This probably will show how much of a beginner I am.........local paper has advertisements that have me confused. "2nd Calf Heifers"......I thought a heifer became a cow after calving????? "Heavy Springers For Sale, Calving next 60 days"........I thought Heavy Springers meant they would...
Questioning tarping 5x6 round bales this upcoming season. How are you guys handling the tarps, when you remove hay, if you are by yourself, windy, cold tarps, etc? Also.....what about mold? What tarps are you using? I will be stacking 1 on 2.
I have 9 heifers that will calve from 3/25 to 5/10. Questions: Should they be vaccinated, prior to calving, for anything? If so, what and when? What new calve vaccinations should I have on hand? Any related advise is welcome. Tks.
Just purchased 9 limosin heifers due to calve March to May of 07'. They were purchased private treaty from a gentlemen that I think overfeeds. Everyone agrees they are currently a little overweight. He had them on good grass for forage (not fescue) 30% liquid supplement, creep feeding them...
How many years can we plan on breeding a cow that receives appropriate vacs, feed, etc. ? Also, does this very much between, black, red angus, limosin ?