On the back of a ten-dollar payout and a stellar spring, it is time to look back on how you went in terms of getting cows pregnant.
Results show that the average six week in calf rate for our clients was 67% (target 78%, last season 71%). This reduction may reflect the astronomical year some farms have had in terms of production, with many outdoing last year. However, this may have come at the cost of conception rates and heifer growth, two possible reasons why we are seeing these results. Average “not in calf rate” was 14.9%, which is nearly unchanged from last years 15.2%.
For those of you with aged pregnancy data, you will have the advantage of being able to coordinate dry off and plan your transition properly. Considering the current feed situation, this may be of extra relevance as you may need to start thinking about dry off sooner rather than later. Body condition score (BCS) in addition to calving date may help you make decisions around this. If you want your herd body condition scored, give us a call to book it in.
Another advantage to the aged data is that we can undertake detailed analysis of your scanning results and reproductive performance if you are unhappy or concerned. Usually, we find at least a few reasons why you may have the result you have and can work with you to come up with a plan of action for the next mating period. Again, give us a call if this is something you are interested in.
Ultimately, in calf rates are just one measure of success on farm. If you are disappointed or think your farm is capable of more, let us know- we are here to help. Now is also the time to be focusing on the cows that are in calf -make sure they have enough condition on them and are set up well for another season of high performance.
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