The Cattle Business Weekly
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The Cattle Business Weekly
Strategic Cowherd Destocking
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For many cow-calf operations in the region, significant culling may be required to match cow numbers to the forage available, not only for 2026, but also for the next few years. For operations that have spent generations building the type of cow they want, there is a strong commitment to retain a core of foundation females from which to rebuild the herd when it rains again. This article covers considerations and possible strategies to retain a core of females to rebuild a cowherd. 1. Conduct a comprehensive herd assessment Before proceeding with retention and culling decisions, consider conducting a...