Body mass index allows people to evaluate their physical health by measuring body fat using a weight-to-height ratio. In a similar fashion, cattle producers employ the body condition scoring system to ...

The body condition scoring system (BCS) is used to assess body energy reserves in beef cows. The BCS system used for beef cattle ranges from 1 to 9. A score of 1 indicates cows that are thin and ...

From nutrition strategies to not forgetting the herd bulls, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices ...

The assessment of body condition in dairy cows is critical for optimising herd management, nutrition, and overall animal welfare. Traditional manual scoring methods are inherently subjective and ...

Having success with breeding season on a cow/calf operation requires careful planning and organization, providing adequate ...

When calves are the most important commodity for a ranch, focusing on pregnant cows’ nutrition is the first step in ensuring ...

Winter has arrived in Oklahoma. Hopefully all your cows are at a Body Condition Score of five or better. When this is the ...