Transporting Heavy Bred Cows

[rockroadseminole]

If you found a load of exactly what you were looking for (In my case bred, fall calving, red angus 3-5 year old cows. If you know anybody in GA, FL, or AL let me know.) for a price you felt good about, how close to calving is too close to transport?

In my specific example, 425 miles and cows are due to start in late September.

 

[BC]

If you like them, and price is right - get some wind on them and let them ride. Just don't pack them in trailer too tight.

 

[dun]

We just sold some cows that are due in early September and they got hauled on a 6 hour ride. Trailer was very airy and well bedded wiht plenty of room, according to the buyer they made the trip just fine.

 

[JMJ Farms]

Load em in the evening late and strike out. I know some people in Georgia. You looking for somebody to haul them?

 

[cow pollinater]

I wouldn't even think twice about the haul. My concern would be change in environment. If it's not drastic then go for it.

 

[rockroadseminole]

Load em in the evening late and strike out. I know some people in Georgia. You looking for somebody to haul them?

We have used a guy by the name of Whitehead in the past and been very pleased. Do you have a truck?

 

[JMJ Farms]

Load em in the evening late and strike out. I know some people in Georgia. You looking for somebody to haul them?

We have used a guy by the name of Whitehead in the past and been very pleased. Do you have a truck?

I do but I only have a 24' trailer and I unfortunately don't have the time. But I do have a good friend that does it for a living and that's all he's done for the last 30 years. He's got a big gooseneck, a ground load, and a pot. He's set up for just about any size load.