Episode 114: Selecting Replacement Heifers

About this episode

This episode discusses the selection and management of replacement heifers and their impact on herd longevity and profitability.

Whether beef cattle producers retain females from their own herd or purchase them, replacement heifers are a key investment in the future of the herd. In this episode, two producers share their experiences with selecting and managing heifers, exploring how improving cow longevity can increase lifetime calf production, enhance returns and lower overall costs. Relevant Links: Selecting Replacement Heifers: Boosting Longevity and Return on Investment (article) Replacement Heifer Calculator (interactive tool) Cost of Raising Replacement Heifers (resource) Heifer Development (webpage) Cow-Calf Production Indicators Calculator (interactive tool)

People in this episode

Guest: two producers

Topics covered

• replacement heifers
• cow longevity
• calf production
• cost management
• beef cattle investment

Keywords

• replacement heifers
• cow longevity
• calf production
• investment
• cost of raising heifers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Beef Cattle Research Council

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