Madison Kovarna
South Dakota State University
Bulls are often a part of the cow herd that slips through the cracks during the winter months as breeding seasons come to a close. All things considered, the working season for a herd bull is relatively short, with an active breeding season of 60 to 90 days for most producers.
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