Calving difficulty in beef cattle
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"In conclusion, research has shown the following practices to aid in alleviating calving problems: 1. Mate yearling heifers to low-risk bulls-a. Proven A.I. sires whose progeny calve easily. b. Unproven bulls whose own birth weights were low. 2. Feed pregnant females adequately; do not underfeed nor overfeed. 3. Using the Konefal Method may cause more cows to calve in daytime when they can be observed closely. 4. Give first-calf 2-year-old heifers extra attention at calving time 5. Know when and how to give assistance and when to consult a veterinarian. 6 . Within a herd, select replacements from among the larger (older and growthier) heifers. 7. For long-term progress in a herd, select A.I. sires having above average breeding values for daughters' first-calf calving ease."--Conclusion.
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