Veterinarian James Gober shares steps for ensuring bull health and reproductive success this breeding season.
* TSCRA MEDIA RELEASE Veterinarian James Gober shares steps for ensuring bull health and reproductive success this breeding season. Thousands of dollars are spent yearly on the purchase of elite livestock by operations large and small. Whether it be a seedstock producer or a commercial cow-calf operator, both know the investment a herd bull is. His ability to produce high-value calves is mandatory for long-term business success. While many considerations affect a bull’s success at producing calves of that caliber, one thing serves as the foundation — his health. “Healthy, productive herd bulls are vital to the success of any cattle operation, not to mention one of the more expensive input costs,” says James Gober. “It is important that we have the bulls functioning and peak performance during the breeding season. Proper vaccination and health programs will help ensure longevity of the bulls and maximize profits for the producer.” Gober knows this truth all too well after 16 year