Time becomes a very important issue for many beef producers.
This is largely due to the fact that a very large percent of these individuals are involved with other enterprises or are employed off the farm. As the first of April approaches, moving the beef herd to pasture becomes a top priority for many producers. There are certain management steps that need consideration prior to opening the gate and saying goodbye to the cow herd until fall. Just a few simple grazing preparations will increase the possibility of an improved marketing group for the coming fall and a more condensed calving season the following spring. One excuse that I continuously hear is not having an identification system to use for culling purposes.