Spring-suckler cows should be back in-calf

A large proportion of spring-suckler cows should now be back in calf for 2015. To maximise the number of calves, consider scanning the herd, to identify those not yet back in-calf, and allow remedial action to be taken.

Scanning during the breeding season is a well worthwhile exercise, as it allows you to identify problem cows that need a washout or a CIDR, etc.

There is no point in scanning later in the year to find out which cows are in-calf — that is too late for any intervention, leaving you with empty cows.