Spending money with veterinarians was listed as a top investment producers can make to grow cattle profits in 2024 <Link>. Winter weather stresses producer resources while the ensuing tax season gets pencils sharpened. It is a good time for veterinarians to collaborate on best practices that generate profit gains while ensuring optimal herd health.
A University of Minnesota study in Nebraska, South Dakota and North Dakota provides producers with some ideas on ways to improve profitability. Managing feed costs, cull rates and handling replacements are among the considerations. These are good topics for veterinary teams to proactively discuss with key clients.
Source: Nebraska Farmer, January 3, 2024. Link.