How to Measure Body Condition Score in Florida Beef Cattle
Body condition score (BCS) is both a good indicator of the past nutritional status of a cow and a way to determine future nutritional needs. The BCS technique is easy to learn and can help with management decisions. This new 5-page fact sheet discusses reasons to measure BCS, ways to evaluate BCS,...
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Main Authors: | Matthew J. Hersom, Todd A. Thrift |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries
2018-09-01
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Series: | EDIS |
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Online Access: | https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/106580 |
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