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Insights into managing winter feed costs in Alberta cow/calf operations

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The largest single cost of maintaining a cow herd relates to feeds consumed. These costs vary from region-to-region, depending on climate and resources available. This report presents the results... More ≫

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The largest single cost of maintaining a cow herd relates to feeds consumed. These costs vary from region-to-region, depending on climate and resources available. This report presents the results of research by the AgriProfit$ Business Analysis and Research team into managing winter feed costs for cow/calf enterprises in Alberta.

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Yardage – the cost beyond feed

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This AgriProfit$ technical bulletin looks at some of the cash and non-cash costs related to keeping cattle in drylot, over and above the cost of feed.

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Opportunities for beef production in northern Alberta

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This AgriProfit$ bulletin reviews relevant economic drivers related to beef production in northern Alberta. It enables producers to make better decisions regarding beef production opportunities in... More ≫

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This AgriProfit$ bulletin reviews relevant economic drivers related to beef production in northern Alberta. It enables producers to make better decisions regarding beef production opportunities in the Alberta Peace Region.

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Swath grazing interesting concept, but does it pay?

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Reports the results of research and analysis by the AgriProfit$ Business Analysis and Research team on the value of swath grazing. The premise of swath grazing is to substitute a lower cost... More ≫

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Reports the results of research and analysis by the AgriProfit$ Business Analysis and Research team on the value of swath grazing. The premise of swath grazing is to substitute a lower cost grazing system for higher cost drylot feeding the cow herd. Analysis of study results found that Swath grazing has potential as a cost-saving feeding strategy. Knowledge of production costs and risks, put into a budget analysis, will help determine if it's the right strategy for a particular farm.

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