Is it a good money making idea to wean my calves 2 to 3 weeks before selling?
A. NO. It is not a good idea to prewean your calves. As a matter of fact, it is a sure way to lose money. Calves weaned 2 to 3 weeks before a sale are very susceptible to various disease. These calves also have less stamina. At this stage, these calves look their worst in the their pot bellies and have hair standing on end. If you wean early, be prepared to hold them for a minimum of 6 weeks before selling, We can not sort these stale cows in with the freshly weaned calves.
