Buying Vs. Raising Replacement Heifers
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When deciding on the best strategy for replacing heifers, beef cattle producers should weigh several factors. This publication discusses several such issues, including current and future market prices; herd size; pastures, facilities and management level; economics; herd health; cow genetic base; crossbreeding systems and calving difficulty.
