Using Body Condition Scoring (BCS) as tool to maximize profitability (2013)

Body condition scoring is a useful tool to prevent over- or under-feeding, maximize fertility, minimize the risk of welfare issues during transport, and produce more profitable cull cow carcasses. Based on results from the 2010/11 National Beef Quality Audit (NBQA). Learn more at http://www.beefresearch.ca/NBQA The NBQA was supported by the Canadian Beef Cattle Industry Science Cluster through funding provided by the Beef Cattle Research Council and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Staff contribution was provided by the Canadian Cattlemen's Association.