Three key takeaways from the Beef Leader’s Institute
In June, Kinger Cattle’s own Ryan Opie was one of 23 producers selected to attend the Beef Leader’s Institute (BLI), hosted by the American Angus Association, Angus Foundation and Certified Angus Beef. Beginning in Missouri, the group spent a week travelling across five states, stopping to learn more about all aspects of the cattle industry. From feedyards to packers to retailers, the BLI covered the intricacies and logistics of managing an animal from birth to the consumer. And while producers generally understand this journey, it's quite different when you get to experience it and meet with all of the people making it happen on a daily basis. Here are three key takeaways from the week:
Nutrition’s impact on breeding
Nutrition is arguably the most important management consideration for your herd’s reproductive success. And, unfortunately, changes made overnight don’t yield immediate results. In fact, research suggests changes to nutrition need to be made 60-90 days before breeding season to affect change across the herd. As you look to maintain a yearly calving window, here are some considerations: