When trying to be a cooperative breeder to one of the big pure breed outfits, is it advantageous to creep feed your calves? Some breeders say yes while others say no.
For the no crowd, they usually cite that you cannot tell if your cow is raising the calf or if the creep feed is doing it. I can see that point, but I also know breeders that do creep feed send calves to sales that are 100-150 lbs heavier. There calves usually bring more money, and they make the final cuts more often than not. What do some of you pure breeders think....you too Dun
For the no crowd, they usually cite that you cannot tell if your cow is raising the calf or if the creep feed is doing it. I can see that point, but I also know breeders that do creep feed send calves to sales that are 100-150 lbs heavier. There calves usually bring more money, and they make the final cuts more often than not. What do some of you pure breeders think....you too Dun