The Beef Podcast Show
Clint Jackson: Large-scale Cattle Operation | Ep. 104
Nov 20, 2024
Clint Jackson, General Manager at Smith Cattle Company, brings years of expertise in managing large-scale cattle operations. He discusses the intricate balance of optimizing cattle nutrition across varying climates and innovative feeding strategies that enhance herd health and profitability. Listeners will discover how stress management and effective calf care lead to improved recovery and reduced sickness rates. Clint also emphasizes cost-effective feeding practices that increase grazing efficiency, ultimately benefiting both animal well-being and operational success.
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- Implementing a structured weaning process reduces stress for calves, leading to improved health and low treatment rates of around 1%.
- A flexible nutritional strategy is crucial for adapting feeding programs across diverse climates while enhancing livestock performance and health.
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Effective Weaning Process
Implementing a structured weaning process significantly eases the transition for calves. By using specific tubs from an early age, calves become familiar with their new food source, resulting in less stress when weaning occurs. Instead of exhibiting excessive vocalizations typical of weaning stress, calves adjust quickly, often eating and resting shortly after separation. This approach has led to improved overall health and a low treatment rate of around 1%, showcasing the efficiency of this system.
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