Dr. Karla Jenkins Cow-Calf Specialist Panhandle Research and Extension Center University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Dr. Jenkins reviews the use of deteriorating sugar beets as a feed source for cattle. Quality, processing, storage and feeding of sugar beets is discussed.
Sire selection should focus on that which is economical. This requires a true accounting of the traits that generate revenue or incur a cost within a specific beef cattle enterprise. Once the drivers of profit have been identified, sire selection should focus on the suite of traits that impact profitability.
