Beef Industry Flashcards
1
Q
Feeder calf is…
A
Born in spring, weaned and sold in fall
2
Q
Yearling feeder is sold at….
A
1yr old after backgrounding
3
Q
Backgrounding
A
Retained and fed to bulk up through the winter
4
Q
What are three factors that determine USDA grading and market prices
A
- Thickness
- Frame size
- Thriftiness
5
Q
How many USDA grades are there for feeder calves younger than 36 months
A
10
6
Q
Feedlot is the last stage before ______________
A
Slaughter
7
Q
Two types of feedlots
A
- Commercial producer (1000 + head of cattle)
- Farmer producer (less than 1000 head of cattle)
8
Q
Two types of feedlot feeding systems
A
Intermediate and Deferred
9
Q
Intermediate feedlot feeding system
A
Purchasing heavier calves in the spring
10
Q
Deferred feedlot feeding system
A
Purchasing lighter weight calves
