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Synchronizing Estrus in Cattle
(2007-04-13)
Cattle producers can synchronize estrus (heat) to breed fertile females rapidly. The manipulation of the reproductive process reduces the need to detect estrus, creates a more uniform calf crop, and shortens the breeding ...
Long Calving Seasons: Problems and Solutions
(2007-06-20)
There is an important relationship between the length of the calving season and dollar return, pounds of calf weaned and the reproductive performance of the breeding herd. This publication explains that relationship. It ...
Calf Removal: A Way to Stimulate Reproduction in Cows
(2003-10-08)
Cows that are slow to breed or fail to breed are costly to producers. One of the factors that delays the resumption of estrous activity in a cow--and subsequent breeding--is nursing stress. Removing a calf from a dam, ...
Determining Pregnancy in Cattle
(2008-12-16)
The process of palpating to determine pregnancy in cattle and the equipment used during palpation are described and illustrated in this bulletin. The female reproductive system is discussed, along with the developmental ...
Breeding Soundness of Bulls
(1998-10-09)
The breeding ability and genetic makeup of the bull are critical to any breeding program. This leaflet explains the function of each organ in the bull's reproductive system, the evaluation of a bull's breeding soundness, ...
Body Condition, Nutrition and Reproduction of Beef Cows
(1998-03-16)
Producers must be able to evaluate beef cows' body reserves and to relate the evaluation to reproductive and nutritional management. Topics discussed include the practical importance of body condition scoring and various ...
Break-even Costs for Cow/Calf Producers
(1998-10-14)
Calculating the break-even costs of production can help cow/calf producers make better management decisions for the current year or for the near future. This publication explains how to figure break-even costs.
Avoiding Calving Problems
(1998-03-12)
Calving difficulty, or dystocia, is influenced largely by genetics and the age of the dam. The main cause of calving problems is heavy birthweight. Solutions include selecting the right bull and mating it to properly ...
Bull Management for Cow/Calf Producers
(2005-09-09)
Management techniques can help ensure that bulls contribute their fullest production potential and improve the chances of high fertility. Proper bull selection and management from weaning through maturity will boost their ...
Reproductive Diseases in Cattle
(1998-12-03)
This publication describes prevention measures, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for the most common reproductive diseases in cattle: brucellosis (Bang's disease); leptospirosis; infectious bovine rhinotracheitis ...