Beef Cattle Body Condition Score Sheet
A beef cattle body condition score sheet for recording each cow's condition at key times so feeding can be adjusted before calving and breeding. Print it and keep it handy where the work gets done.
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What you record on this log
- Date
- Animal ID
- Body condition score
- Stage of production
- Feed change
- Initials
How to use this log
A log is only useful if it is kept current, so keep it where the work happens and write the entry right away while the details are fresh.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
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