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Cow size as it relates to finished steer
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<blockquote data-quote="BC" data-source="post: 1363982" data-attributes="member: 67"><p>I know the topic of cow size has been discussed numerous times. We all talk about wanting smaller more efficient cows (1000 to 1200 lbs), but my question is how do we produce the 1350 to 1475 steer that the packers now desire.</p><p></p><p>The latest data on carcass data from USDA shows the average steer carcass was 898 lbs. That is 16 lbs. lighter than last year when we know we fed cattle too long. Depending on what dressing percent you get (61% to 63%), that is going to mean a 1425 to 1475 lb. live steer to get a 898 lb carcass.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BC, post: 1363982, member: 67"] I know the topic of cow size has been discussed numerous times. We all talk about wanting smaller more efficient cows (1000 to 1200 lbs), but my question is how do we produce the 1350 to 1475 steer that the packers now desire. The latest data on carcass data from USDA shows the average steer carcass was 898 lbs. That is 16 lbs. lighter than last year when we know we fed cattle too long. Depending on what dressing percent you get (61% to 63%), that is going to mean a 1425 to 1475 lb. live steer to get a 898 lb carcass. [/QUOTE]
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