Dairy Cattle Nutrition: Weaning and Heifer Feeding Flashcards
1
Q
How long does it take a heifer to reach maturity and be serviced?
A
400 days
(Depends on breed and nutritional status)
2
Q
When should palatable pellets should be gradually introduced?
A
Gradually introduced from week 1 of life
3
Q
If hay is poor quality or if heavily grazed pasture, ___ the amount of grain
A
Increase the amount of grain
4
Q
When does weaning from artifical rearing happen?
A
Happens at around 6-8 weeks of age
5
Q
Calves weaned before 5 weeks of age tend to be ____ (more, less) resistent to disease
A
Calves weaned before 5 weeks of age tend to be less resistant to disease
6
Q
What is the basis of heifer nutrition?
A
Good quality forage
