It is best to plan breeding season for the time of year when forage quality is at its best. With good winter grazing, fall calving is a good option. If your calving season is different, adjust management practices accordingly. General Spring Calving January, February, March Fall Calving October, November, December Provide high magnesium mineral supplement for cows on winter grazing. Overgrazing can reduce winter production.
Check cows frequently during calving season.
Tag calves at birth. Castrate, dehorn and implant calves at birth. Keep yearling heifers gaining weight. Bulls will be turned in with heifers in March and with cows in April. Evaluate bulls, trim feet, line up breeding soundness exams and decide on buying new bulls.