When it comes to replacement heifers, producers have several things to consider, whether they are raising their own or buying them.
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Producers consider replacement heifer strategies
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MU Extension state beef nutrition specialist Eric Bailey says heifers born early in the calving window often make good replacement heifers.
Producers have a number of choices to make in the replacement heifer process, starting with whether to buy or raise their replacements.
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The USDA released its quarterly Hogs and Pigs report Sept. 24, and it showed lower hog inventory and breeding herd numbers than a year ago.
