Nutrition And The Beef Cow Under Range Conditions
Dr Larry Corah describes the ideal beef cow nutrition on range. Critical months are January through April with fetal growth and lactation demanding extra protein and energy before calving. Spring calving coincides with peak native grass protein. avoid shorting cows in March and April to protect weights and rebreeding. September October are low need periods after weaning. Minimum protein and energy requirements given for late fall to early winter. Also notes 1977 Farmers Tax Guides and 1978 2.65 minimum wage rising through 1981 with overtime rules and contacts for wage information.