Cow-Calf Production in the U.S. Corn Belt
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Cow-Calf Production in the U.S. Corn Belt pulls all aspects of the beef cow-calf operation into a single resource. Valuable to both veteran cattle producers and those new to the industry.
Specific topics:
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- Farmstead planning
- Lots, housing and utilities for the cow-calf operations
- Water and watering systems
- Fences and gates
- Harsh environments
- Handling facilities; including bud box for low-stress handling
- Manure management, including manure runoff
- Forage management, feeds and feed storage
- Reproduction, breeding and calving
- Heard health and nutrition
- Euthanasia and proper disposal
- Arthropod pests
- Beef operation, safety and health
- Case studies on various farm accidents with suggested solutions for prevention
- Management calendar for each stage of production and season of the cow herd
- Marketing tips and recommendations for the herd
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