Having the right replacement heifers is important for long term profitability of any ranch. It is necessary to be able to rotate the breeding stock out to improve the overall genetic pool. Also cows will get to a point that they will get to be too old to breed any more. When this happens you will need to have new stock to take their place.
When it comes to having replacement heifers there are 2 ways that you can use: buy or raise them. Most producers tend to raise their own but buying them can also be an option. When it comes to decide which to go with, like with any other options. it is important to weigh the pros and cons to determine which is best for your situation.
Selecting the most economical source for your replacement heifers is of vital importance for you. There is no point in going with an option that will only cost you more money in the long run. Here are some things that you can look at when you are deciding on either to buy or raise:
Heifer development can be one of the most challenging yet also rewarding tasks that can occur on the ranch. The very basis of your future depends on your ability to develop the young heifers into productive mothers. But these challenges do not come without problems.
What is the proper strategy to develop replacement heifers for my cowherd? This is a question many producers have asked themselves. Developing a replacement heifer is one of the most expensive management decisions a producer will make. Making this decision can have long term impacts on your herd’s profitability.
