Document Type
Report
Report Number
Cow-Calf 80-3
Publication Date
1980
Summary
Cow longevity measured in years of production affects efficiency by altering the proportion of cows in production. Assuming constant cow numbers, removing cows from the herd at younger ages for standard culling criteria results in higher replacement rates and a smaller proportion of the herd in production. This paper compares longevity of Angus, Charolais and reciprocal cross cows under drylot and pasture management systems. Age at removal and reason for removal were evaluated.
Number of Pages
4
Type
text
Format
application/pdf
Language
en
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Recommended Citation
Anderson, Vernon L., "Longevity of Crossbred VS Straightbred Beef Cows" (1980). South Dakota Cow-Calf Field Day Proceedings, 1980. 9.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/sd_cow-calf_1980/9