Fact Sheet Written by:
C.L. Wright, Extension beef specialist
R.J. Pruitt, professor Department of Animal and Range Sciences
And Provided by:
South Dakota State University http://agbiopubs.sdstate.edu
Weaning time can be stressful for cows and calves.
Under traditional weaning systems, changes in environment,
diet composition, and pathogen exposure can
reduce animal performance and result in health problems.
In response to these challenges, interest in
fenceline weaning has grown in recent years.
Fenceline weaning is a management system in
which the calves are removed from their dams but are
allowed to see, hear, and smell their dams. Depending
on the fencing used, physical contact may also be possible.
Fenceline weaning has the potential to reduce
stress related to transport, changes in environment,
and diet adaptation. It may also reduce labor demands
and costs associated with drylot facilities.
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