Recently, we discussed Measures of Cow Herd Performance that included calculating pounds of calf weaned per cow exposed. In that article, we concluded that while weaning weight is important, it is not the best measure of cow herd performance. To increase weaning weight, emphasis is often placed on increased milk production, increased growth, or both.
Feed costs are often the largest category of expense for cow-calf producers in Nebraska. Understanding how the cow’s nutrient requirements change throughout the year and how to cost-effectively meet those requirements with the feed resources available can greatly influence an operation’s bottom line.
University of Nebraska Extension is seeking a Livestock Systems Educator for Northwest Nebraska. The position will serve Sheridan (5th Cow/Calf County in Nebraska), Dawes, Sioux, and Box Butte counties. The region covers 1.5 million acres of agriculture land which includes 1.2 million acres of rangeland.
Develop an understanding of beef production as a system and be exposed to alternative production practices that may enhance profitability and stewardship.