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Resource: Dr. Rick Rasby, University of Nebraska - Lincoln.
A Practical Guide To Body Condition Scoring
Bos Taurus
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| Ends of the spinous processes can only be felt with very firm pressure. Spaces between processes can barely be distinguished. Abundant fat cover on either side of the tailhead with evident patchiness. Fat in the brisket. |
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