Feb 28, 2025 · The heat cycle, also known as the estrous cycle, is a vital aspect of cow reproduction. It is during this cycle that a cow is receptive to mating and can become pregnant. …

Feb 12, 2025 · Using an average of 65% successful births of a live calf from fertile matings, 95% of cows that have three opportunities to become pregnant will give birth to a live calf. In …

Jan 1, 2025 · Estrogen: Estrogen levels rise during estrus, stimulating behavioral changes and preparing the cow for mating. It also plays a role in the development of the calf's reproductive …

Oct 13, 2024 · Colostrum: Colostrum, the first milk produced by the cow, is rich in antibodies and nutrients. It is essential for the calf’s immune system and overall health. Ensure that the calf …

To give healthy calves, the cow must get stronger, gain at least 70% of the main body weight and reach at least ten months of age. The first signs of readiness for mating appear when the …

The cow-calf producer must exercise control over the factors that impact reproduction: nutrition, age, health and management. New technologies in reproduction offer the producer opportunity …

Feb 22, 2025 · There are two main ways to breed cattle: natural mating (using a bull) or artificial insemination (AI). Natural mating involves introducing a bull to the cows during their breeding …

Mating heifers at 15 months can significantly improve the economics of the beef herd. However, if critical minimum mating weights at 15 months are difficult to achieve consistently, and/or in …

Dec 30, 2024 · It's as simple as this: Put grass in front of cow, put bull behind cow. In other words, natural breeding is simply putting a herd bull out with a herd of cows or heifers and letting him …