The Cow-Calf Operation

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

What is the main focus of the ranch discussed in the text?

  • Selling cattle
  • Maintaining a profitable cow-calf operation
  • Diversifying operations
  • Preserving the grasslands (correct)

Why is the conception rate important in a cow-calf operation?

  • It influences the market price of cattle
  • It affects the type of cattle breed used
  • It impacts the profitability of the operation (correct)
  • It determines the cow herd size

What is a key factor for profitability in a cow-calf operation?

  • Conception rate of the cows (correct)
  • Climate of the region
  • Type of feed provided to the cattle
  • Number of ranch locations

Why is spring calving common in cow-calf operations in the U.S.?

<p>To align with the breeding season of most cattle breeds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the size of a typical cow-calf operation in the U.S. usually range?

<p>10 to 100 cows (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author prefer fall-calving cows?

<p>Because the calves are bigger at weaning, leading to profitability. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of having replacement heifers on the ranch?

<p>They help maintain the cow herd for future calving seasons. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the author ensure continuous breeding in their cattle operation?

<p>By putting bulls back on the cows soon after giving birth. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of having a fall-calving cow that doesn't get bred back in the fall?

<p>It provides an opportunity to still get the cow bred in the spring. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a late breeding season impact income in cattle farming?

<p>It leads to delayed sales of calves and extended periods without income. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

More Like This

Prioritizing and the Ranch Name
64 questions

Prioritizing and the Ranch Name

BetterThanExpectedGamelan avatar
BetterThanExpectedGamelan
Ranch Trip Experience Quiz
5 questions

Ranch Trip Experience Quiz

HighSpiritedPetra961 avatar
HighSpiritedPetra961
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser