recip cows

[ruhtram]

What makes the best recip cows for clubby embryo's? I know you would want a good milker and a cow with good instincts but other than that what make a good recip

 

[wyatt]

a cow that can have a big calf with no problems <rock>

 

[Freerider]

I like using big simmi cows, they milk like crazy, and can pop out a rino.

 

[ruhtram]

Thanks for your input!

 

[frostback]

The quieter the better. These cows will need to be handled more than most. A lot of times threw the chute. Work them slow and quiet too, upset cows have poorer conception rates.

 

[ruhtram]

The quieter the better. These cows will need to be handled more than most. A lot of times threw the chute. Work them slow and quiet too, upset cows have poorer conception rates.

Good Point. Thank you

 

[ploughshare]

Good discussion.  I have always liked a Angus Holstein cow. 

 

[LostFarmer]

I have some angus holstein and some herford holstein.  Holstein is between 1/4 and 1/2.  They make good mama cows for more than just recieps.

 

[ruhtram]

Is there a going price for recipe cows? or does it just follow the market?