Speakers:
Michelle Arnold University of
Kentucky Extension
Veterinarian · The beneficial
effects of weaning and preconditioning on Calf Health · How weaning and
preconditioning can: · decrease
antibiotic use; · allow calves to
recover from the stress of weaning and boost immunity to respiratory disease; · correctly
transition calves from forages to grain, avoiding acidosis · improve overall
calf health throughout the feeding period Alfredo DiCostanzo University of
Minnesota Professor-Beef Cattle
Nutrition & Management · Identifying
market opportunities presented by feeder cattle price cycles · Evaluating
feeding and management approaches that result in growth management
(backgrounding) Galen Erickson University of
Nebraska Nebraska Cattle
Industry Professor of Animal Science · Why are we
sending through feedyards (benefits) · What do
feedyards want in calves (or yearlings) · Typical process
(nutrition and management) for finishing · If custom feed
(own the cattle), what to expect |