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Feed costs are the greatest expense in keeping a cow herd. Profitability however is influenced greatly by pregnancy rate and reproductive performance which in turn is dictated by the nutrition program. The ultimate goal for a cow/calf manager is to keep feed costs low, but still meet the nutrient requirements of the cow herd so reproductive performance is not impaired. Anderson Alfalfa specializes in delivering many types of hay and forage products to accommodate the needs of the cow/calf producer during the different stages of production and seasonal conditions.
Depending upon the stage of production, age of your cows, cow size, milking ability and weather conditions we can provide products that correspond to your situation. Lower quality roughages such as late maturity alfalfa usually provide adequate energy for bred females. High quality forage, such as Anderson Alfalfa premium alfalfa hay can be an inexpensive or cost effective protein supplement. Vitamin A is probably the only vitamin routinely needed by the cow herd. If premium green leafy alfalfa hay is fed, it is highly doubtful that a vitamin supplement is needed. For producers using mixed rations during part of their feeding program, Anderson Alfalfa can provide bulk loads of different types of haylage and silages. For producers seeking low cost alternatives to provide fillers, we offer products such as millet hay, oat hay and bean straw.