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Weaning calves early

Sep 05, 2018

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In addition to grazing hay fields, another option to consider when dealing with feed shortages, is early weaning. Andrea Hanson, livestock extension specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, has more details.

Interview with Andrea Hanson (2:16 minutes) (1.03 Mb)

Source : Alberta Ag and Forestry

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