Jason Warner, extension cow-calf specialist
For cow-calf producers that limit the length of the breeding season, the period of rest after removal from females is key for management of herd bulls. During this time, it is not uncommon for bulls to be observed less frequently and attention to them often falls, albeit unintended, to the bottom of the priority list. As with females, the time in between breeding seasons represents the opportunity to regain body condition and weight if needed, and this length of rest is certainly reduced when bulls are used in multiple breeding seasons. Continue reading “Supplementation Considerations for Bulls Following Breeding”
When the number of cows pregnant is far below expectations, poor reproductive performance by both cows and bulls must be considered. Keep in mind that in some cases multiple issues may contribute. The focus of this piece will be on the bull. 