Dairy Heifer Development
Management and Economic Considerations in Dairy Heifer Development
Published: August 22, 2012
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Introduction The purpose of the heifer herd is to provide replacements for cows leaving the herd and to improve genetic progress. First-lactation cows significantly contribute to herd production and profit. A recommended goal for dairy replacement heifers is to calve at 24 months of age with a targeted post-calving body weight of 1,250 pounds. A common misconception is that this goal is eithe...
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29 de agosto de 2012
Very interesting and applied article about Dairy Heifer Development. Really important considerations in Dairy business.
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