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Silage science (opens the original)
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Silage can be created from nearly any forage crop, but corn is often used because it is so energy-dense. Putting up silage can preserve forage quality via fermentation if it has sufficient moisture and is stored anaerobically (oxygen-free), under conditions that encourage fermentation of sugars to organic acids. Acidity from organic acids and the lack of oxygen prevent the development of microbes that cause spoilage. Dan Buskirk, Associate Professor/Beef Extension Specialist at Michigan State Un
Nutrient requirements for a weaned calf (opens the original)
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Calves need high-quality nutrition at weaning. Many people also try to feed for maximum growth after weaning, though that might not always be necessary. Robert Wells, PhD, Professor, King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management, says the NRC recommendations for weaned calves suggest that crude protein should be anywhere around 12.5% to 14.5%. âFor a short time, I like to hedge a little on the higher end, because when that calf is taken off the cow, heâs stressed, bellowing, looking for mama, no
Handling calves at weaning affects disposition and performance (opens the original)
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Weaning time is your chance to make a big difference in how those calves perform in the futureâin terms of health and performance laterâeither in the feedlot or as replacement heifers or bulls. Robert Wells, PhD, Professor, King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management, says there are many things we're trying to manage when preparing that calf for the next phase of life. What we do with that calf directly impacts the animal's health and disposition. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular
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