| SAE: | Develop a cow-calf operation |
| Description: | |
| Beef cattle production is one of the more profitable livestock
enterprises in Georgia . A cow-calf operation requires a large amount
of space and pasture as well as an initial investment in breeding stock,
facilities and equipment. This type of operation also requires a large
amount of labor and management. Your involvement in this SAE will enable
you develop skills in animal genetics, nutrition, reproduction and management.
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| Factors To Consider |
Ranking: 1 = lowest 10 = highest |
| Time required |
10 |
| Investment | 9 |
| Equipment needed | 9 |
| Skills required | 8 |
| Facilities required | 9 |
| Land required | 10 |
| Labor Intensity | 9 |
| Potential for income | 9 |
| Transportation required | 8 |
| Expansion possibilities | 10 |
| Expertise needed | 8 |
| Advertising needed | 5 |
| Susceptible to disease | 5 |
| Susceptible to insects | 5 |
| Suitable for residential areas | 1 |
| Other (specify) | |
| Length of production cycle | One Year |
| Regional | Statewide |
| When to start project | Anytime |
| Notes: |
| This SAE requires a high level of investment and knowledge.
It is recommended to build the herd slowly over a period of years. Land
and management must be adequate for success in this area.
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| Sources of Additional Information: |
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Extension Animal Science Publications Georgia Agricultural Education Beef Cattle Curriculum Georgia Cattlemen's Association National Cattlemen's Association |