In our rural land, cattle have always been an indispensable part of our farmers' lives, especially fattening cattle breeding, which is an important part of the economic income of many farmers' families. Today, as an ordinary farmer, I will share some methods and techniques about fattening cattle breeding, hoping to bring some inspiration and help to the villagers who are struggling in the fields.
Choosing the right breed and source is the basis for successful fattening cattle breeding. Fattening cattle should choose breeds with large body size, wide skeleton, fast growth rate and high feed conversion efficiency, such as Simmental, Charolais and other introduced breeds or local improved high-quality breeds. When buying calves, try to select healthy, non-genetically disease-free individuals in good mental condition to ensure good growth potential.
Feed preparation and feed management are crucial. The feed of fattening cattle should contain sufficient energy, protein, minerals and vitamins, generally with corn, bran, soybean meal and other main raw materials, supplemented by silage, forage and appropriate additives. The amount of feed is calculated according to 2% to 3% of the cattle's body weight every day, and the principle of "eating less and eating more" is adopted to ensure the freshness and palatability of the feed, and promote the appetite and digestion and absorption of the cattle. At the same time, regularly check the fat condition and health status of the herd, and adjust the feed formula in a timely manner to ensure the fattening effect.
Environmental health and epidemic prevention and health care cannot be ignored. The barn should be kept dry, ventilated and spacious, and cleaned and disinfected regularly to reduce the risk of disease. Fattening cattle should be vaccinated on time and dewormed to ensure that they are protected from parasites and diseases. In addition, it is necessary to keep warm in winter and prevent heat stroke in summer to create a comfortable growing environment.
Scientific feeding management is also the key to improving fattening efficiency. The daily management of the herd includes regular feeding, drinking water, adequate rest time and a reasonable amount of exercise. At the same time, establish a sound fattening record, track and monitor the growth curve of each cow, find problems in time and take corresponding measures.
We also need to focus on the emotions and well-being of the cattle. When fattening cattle are in a state of tension and fear, their growth performance will be affected. Therefore, the disturbance to the cattle should be minimized, and a stable feeding environment should be maintained, so that the cattle can live in a relatively peaceful and harmonious environment.
Fattening cattle breeding is a comprehensive skill that integrates various knowledge such as biology, nutrition, and management. If you want to raise fattening cattle well, we need to do our homework, from cattle breed selection, feed allocation, health and epidemic prevention, feeding management to cattle welfare care, every link can not be sloppy. Only in this way can we raise fattening cattle with fat and strong body and good meat quality, and achieve a double harvest of economic and ecological benefits. This is not only the way for our farmers to get rich, but also our deep love and awe for the land and life.