You know C.B here we go again....I own my land, my cattle are not my main source of income..They are a tax wright off for me, beef in the freezer,and heifers I sale, give me income I have to pay taxes on.. The cattle are lawn mowers on the land, a saving account for hard times, and meat...Everyones has different opinions and things they like.. I love my cows, I practice very good herd management, and they get what they need..I have never had to pull a calf , and only lost one at birth, My heifer are usually two years at least when I breed them,( money aint my motive) .. I am not a large breeder, about 25 brood cows and heifers this year..In the process of fencing 7 acres at the house to keep 2007 spring heifers until 2009 ..Have 7 will cull to 5 in the first year and to 3 by 3rd year.. Running out of pasture. or I would have more cows..