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Current Research at Olds College

Commercialization of Net Feed Efficiency in Beef Cattle Growsafe Computer - Olds College Beef Center

The cost of feed ranks second only to fixed costs in importance when looking at the profitability of commercial beef operations.  From October 2002 to February 2005, under the direction of Dr. John Basarab,  Olds College has played a pivotal role in the development of the first North American EPD’s (expected progeny difference) for net feed efficiency in beef cattle.   This project was done in cooperation with scientists from Alberta Agriculture, Agriculture Canada and the University of Alberta. More...

Demonstration Project - Two Step Weaning  in Beef Cattle

Calf in the Two Step Weaning Demonstration Project at Olds CollegeOlds College Farm and Agriculture Management staff continue to  cooperate with Derek Haley, Alberta Agriculture, Provincial Livestock Welfare Specialist, to do a Two Step Weaning Demonstration Project. This ongoing project started September 12, 2005. More... 

 

 

 

 

 

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Updated October 18, 2005 by Olds College Farm Team