Goodlife
Well-known member
I am new and have not purchased cows yet. Still learning and preparing my place. But I have a questions regarding Bull vs AI.
It seems to me that for 2-3 cows/heifers AI is the better option. It also seems that increasing the number of cows creates a point where it is more efficient (and cheaper) to have a bull. What is this crossover point? What is the typical cost for a vet to do AI? I know many of you AI your cows yourself, but being a rookie I would probably be better off hiring a vet at least the first time or two. I know this cost will vary widely based on many factors, but I was looking for a ballpark. What is the cost to simply purchase the semen and AI them yourself?
I will be purchasing feeder calves to start based on the research I have done and recommendations on this board. I still want to be as educated as possible on all aspects of beef ranching.
Thanks for all the knowledge you experienced ranchers give to us rookies.
Ed
It seems to me that for 2-3 cows/heifers AI is the better option. It also seems that increasing the number of cows creates a point where it is more efficient (and cheaper) to have a bull. What is this crossover point? What is the typical cost for a vet to do AI? I know many of you AI your cows yourself, but being a rookie I would probably be better off hiring a vet at least the first time or two. I know this cost will vary widely based on many factors, but I was looking for a ballpark. What is the cost to simply purchase the semen and AI them yourself?
I will be purchasing feeder calves to start based on the research I have done and recommendations on this board. I still want to be as educated as possible on all aspects of beef ranching.
Thanks for all the knowledge you experienced ranchers give to us rookies.
Ed