Producers have been warned that Southern Australia’s extended dry spell has placed serious pressure on cattle reproductive performance.
“If you think your weaner heifers will struggle to make that 300-320kg target at 15 months, plan early to increase their energy intake…failing to do this will affect growth, particularly pelvic development, delay puberty, increase the risk of dystocia and lead to fewer pregnancies within that six-week joining period.” – cattle consultant Rod Manning shares his strategies for maximising pregnancy.
Cattle consultant Rod Manning will be speaking at a workshop on the 20th of April.
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