Cattle Connect
Cattle Connect
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association
Developing Heifers for the Long Haul ft Kent Stanford
35 minutes Posted Nov 7, 2025 at 12:50 pm.
Episode Introduction
Heifer Development Essentials
Long-Term Planning for Cattle
Effective Heifer Management Practices
Retain, or Sell?
Economic Considerations in Heifer Development
The Importance of Genetics in Cattle
Final Thoughts for Alabama Producers
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Host Michael Smith sits down with Alabama Extension Specialist Kent Stanford to discuss intentional heifer development— which includes matching females to your environment, key management practices, and the economics of retaining versus selling replacements in today’s high-price market.