Raising Heifers for Reproductive Success - CE Quiz

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* 1. Please enter your information

Full Name, Credentials *

Practice Name

Province (NO abbreviations, please) *

Email Address *

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* 2. What is the percentage of mature body weight recommendation for first calf heifers at the time of breeding?

80-85%

60-65%

50-55%

40-45%

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* 3. What feeding strategy proved most profitable according to the University of Nebraska study?

Early Gain

Even Gain

Late Gain

All of the above

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* 4. What characteristics does an extensive feeding system capitalize on?

Compensatory weight gain

Early weight gain

Elongated breeding season

All of the above

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* 5. When is a good time to assess heifers pre breeding?

2 weeks prior to breeding

6 weeks prior to breeding

8 weeks prior to breeding

4 weeks prior to breeding

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* 6. What label claim is important to watch for when vaccinating heifers pre breeding?

ADR

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* 7. What is Dr Homerosky’s recommended breeding season length for first calf heifers?

42 days

30 days

62 days

120 days

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* 8. What are some strategies recommended to achieve an abbreviated calving interval?

Flush feeding

Estrus synchronization

Short cycle trick

All of the above

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* 9. What goals are you trying to achieve by implementing a 30-day breeding season?

Increase breeding momentum

Increased longevity

Improved profits

All of the above

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* 10. What type of growth is Steven Hughes prioritizing in his heifer development?

Frame

Condition

Hair coat

All of the above

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* 11. True or False: Heifers that are bred in their first cycle have better longevity in the herd

True

False