Development of Replacement Heifers using Combinations of Three Forage Types and Feed Supplements (with or without Broiler Litter)

Authors

R. B. Simpson, Southwest Research and Extention Center
J. M. Phillips, Southwest Research and Extention Center
C. F. Rosenkrans Jr., University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow
A. H. Brown Jr., University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow
D. W. Kellogg, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow

Document Type

Bulletin

Publication Date

7-1-1997

Keywords

cow/calf operations, breeding, weaned calf, lifetime prductivity

Abstract

The proper management of replacement heifers is an essential component of successful cow/calf operations. The level of management and nutrition applied to replacement heifers as calves and yearlings can impact their subsequent reproductive performance and productivity.

Citation

Simpson, R. B., Phillips, J. M., Rosenkrans, C. F., Brown, A. H., & Kellogg, D. W. (1997). Development of Replacement Heifers using Combinations of Three Forage Types and Feed Supplements (with or without Broiler Litter). AAES Research Reports and Research Bulletins. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/aaesrb/41

Series Number

955