BEEF HERD MANAGEMENT CALENDAR
For late March Calving Cows

*Month

General Management

Feeding

Health

October (8)

• Wean calves

• Identify low producing cows.

• Wean calves.

• Pregnancy check cows.

• Body condition score all females

• Market or develop feeding/marketing plan for open cows and low producers.

• Feed weaned calves for desired gain based on management and marketing plan.

• Turn cows to crop residue or winter range.

• Provide adequate salt mineral/vitamin mix free-choice.

• Check for cancer eye & other health problems.

• Vaccinate calves with 7-way clostridium.

• Vaccinate for IBR, leptospirosis, BVD, (optional) somnugen, (optional), BRSV (optional). Consult your veterinarian.

• Treat for grubs..


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