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What is the ideal target weight for heifers? It depends
2016-02-08 20:27:00| Beef
The longtime recommendation that heifers be at 65% of mature weight at the beginning of breeding season may not necessarily be true. Depending on a variety of factors, heifers can successfully breed at 55% of mature weight. read more
Treat your replacement heifers like potential employees
2016-01-25 20:06:34| Beef
Treat replacement heifers as a valued employee in your ranching business, and she will be a more profitable member of your ranch team in the future, says Robert Wells, livestock consultant for The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation. Content Classification: Curated BEEF Daily read more
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8 strategies for selecting replacement heifers
2015-12-28 23:05:22| Beef
On average, ranchers must replace 15.7% of their herds each year. Here are eight strategies for choosing the best replacement heifers. Content Classification: Curated BEEF Daily read more
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How to set up your replacement heifers for long-term success
2015-12-17 17:55:00| Beef
Review multiple factors for replacement heifer long-term success. read more
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Why we need to let Mother Nature select replacement heifers
2015-12-03 17:33:00| Beef
Heifers that breed early in the breeding season are primed to be successful cows for the long haul. Making that happen doesnt have to be hard work. Strategic Planning For The Ranch read more
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