If you haven’t made the decision on which replacement heifers to
keep or buy, you are probably getting close to reaching a
decision. I have had several questions the past few weeks on
replacement heifer development and the costs associated with
raising or buying them. I found a good article that helps
explain turning those heifers into productive cows. I would like
to share it with you. If you have any questions about heifer
development rations and which minerals work best on growing
heifers, contact your Aurora Cooperative Animal Nutrition
specialist today. APRIL WEATHER AND CALF SCOURS by Meghan
Anderson April 17, 2012 Most spring calving herds in south
central Nebraska are either calving or finishing up with calving
right now. The month of April historically brings large swings
in temperature, and even some cool, wet days, both which we have
had this year. This type of weather creates conditions ideal for
calf scours. What causes calf scours? As new calves arrive, so
does the threat of the common condition