Karla H. Wilke shares how drought affects cow health and hardiness ahead of calving season. She covers body conditioning, vitamin and mineral depletion, energy stores, as well as the effects on colostrum and calves born from post drought cows.
Drought can have far-reaching implications, more so than just reduced grazing capacity for cattle production.
Source: Angus Beef Bulletin, December 6, 2022. Link.
INSIGHTS: Producers will appreciate guidance to strategically use feed resources to achieve optimal cow performance. This is an opportunity for veterinarians, Extension personnel and nutritionists to team up to educate and help producers get the most from their cowherds.