How to fatten thin cattle in spring? Master these key points

I. Choose good cattle for fattening The key to choosing good cattle for fattening lies in discovering the fattening potential of thin cattle. Thin cattle caused by poor feeding management, low-quality feed, or excessive labor can be chosen as the first choice. Never buy sick cattle that are too old, suffer from digestive tract diseases or infectious diseases, and are extremely weak.

II. Build good pens Create a quiet, comfortable, and clean living environment for thin cattle to minimize stress responses.

III. Group reasonably: Group newly purchased thin cattle by age, sex, and nutritional status. This not only helps management but also helps adjust the feed formula in time.

IV. Correct body condition Conduct a comprehensive examination of newly purchased thin cattle, promptly remove internal and external parasites, and use some stomach-invigorating and appetite-stimulating drugs to promote digestion.

V. Prepare good feed The prepared feed must not only be nutritionally adequate and comprehensive, but also have good palatability and be easy to digest and absorb. Corn, bran, and soybean concentrate feed are best braised; straw-type feed is best treated by ammoniation or micro-storage; green feed should be fresh and tender, clean, and of moderate length; tuber feed such as sweet potato must be washed clean and chopped. In the dry grass season, supplement an appropriate amount of green feed or silage.

VI. Supply sufficient drinking water During the feeding period, ensure the drinking water is at the proper temperature and clean. 0.3% salt can be added to the drinking water. Never let the cattle drink sewage or cold water, and prevent overdrinking after long thirst.

VII. Limit exercise During the fattening period for thin cattle, exercise should be reduced to lower energy consumption. At the same time, regularly brush and wash the cattle's bodies to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.

VIII. Prevent diseases Because thin cattle have poor body condition and reduced exercise, they are highly prone to illness. Therefore, the daily ration should be adjusted appropriately according to the cattle's appetite, spirit, and other conditions. At the same time, feeding management should be strengthened, and manure and debris should be removed in time to prevent the occurrence and spread of disease.

IX. Use additives reasonably Choose additives according to actual conditions to improve feed utilization and accelerate the fattening speed of thin cattle.

X. Market at the right time In the late fattening stage, pay attention to observing the cattle's growth condition and weigh them regularly. When their fat condition is good and growth speed clearly slows down, marketing can be considered. If the market price is favorable, they can be marketed quickly.