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    Growth Hormones??

    I really appreciate all the advice on growth hormones. I know this is a touchy topic with some people. But if it is safe and adds weight and is worth the money, I don't see a harm in it. I think I will do an experiment this year and see what happens. Thanks a lot. :tiphat:
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    Should I castrate??

    Where I operate, there is no difference. So in my opinion it is not worth the trouble. But if it pays off then do it. Its all about making the most money with what you got. If it makes more then do it, If not then don't. :cboy:
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    Growth Hormones??

    We currently buy about 20 feeder steers a year and pasture feed them for about 9-12 months. When they get around 600-700 lbs, we sale them back. We buy them at 300-400 lbs, and are all pasture fed. We have never given them growth hormones before, but I think we are going to start. What is the...
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    Not Growing??

    I have a 280 lb bull i bought in April of 08 at a sale barn. We vaccinated him and dewormed him when we got him. We also banded him. At this time this year he has gained about 50 lbs total. I am trying to hold on to him to see if he will gain any weight in spring to sell him and cut my...
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    Vaccination Questions

    Thanks for the helpful tips. Any information is useful.
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    Vaccination Questions

    I am getting started in the cattle business. I am currently buying young heifers and feeders from the sale barns. What is the best vaccination to give them in anybody's opinion and when should I give it to them. Also, do I vaccinate them every year. Also, I bought a couple of bred heifers...
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