2016 benchmarksfor beef cows — Part 2

摘要

Last month I began a two-part discussion on production and economic benchmarks for beef cow herds. This month, we'll go into more detail on how I calculate these benchmarks, with the hope that you will take the time to compare your herd's numbers withthese benchmarks. Benchmarking can be a very powerful herd management tool.Last month I reported the benchmark gross income number for Northern Plains beef cow herds was $894 per cow. Let's take a detailed look at how this income number was derived.