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G87-851 Improving Reproductive Performance And Productivity Of Beef Herds, Gene H. Deutscher
G87-851 Improving Reproductive Performance And Productivity Of Beef Herds, Gene H. Deutscher
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
NebGuide discusses management practices that can be used to improve reproduction and productivity of beef herds. The major objective of cow-calf producers should be to wean a calf from each cow every year. The average calf crop weaned in Nebraska is estimated at 80 calves weaned per 100 cows in breeding herds. A realistic goal is 90 to 95 calves weaned per 100 cows.
G87-849 Vaccinations In Sheep Flocks, Dale M. Grotelueschen
G87-849 Vaccinations In Sheep Flocks, Dale M. Grotelueschen
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
High economic return per dollar invested can result from proper flock health management. Vaccinations are part of health management.
A preventive health program in modern sheep production systems is advisable. High economic return per dollar invested can result from proper flock health management. Health management is much more than a vaccination program. Vaccinations themselves are considered for a variety of reasons. These include disease risk management and strict prevention. Vaccinations may also be indicated in situations where management practices other than vaccine administration do not produce optimum health or economic benefits.
It is not feasible to outline one vaccination program …