Designing the beef herd of the future
1981
Flowers, R. (Ministry of Natural Resources, Belize City (Belize))
An environmentally adapted cow herd that can produce both milk and meat efficiently under local conditions is one solution to the growing demand for low cost beef and other animal products in Belize. 4 important considerations are: production of good quality beef that can compete on the U.S. market; increased beef/milk production from land unsuited to cultivation and efficient use of abundant, inexpensive forage; breeding within a restricted season for proper management of the forage programme and the herd, ensuring a steady milk supply; and the need to develop a herd that produces efficiently in its environment. In view of the above, there is need for a good, on-going pasture programme, availability of long-term credit, and availability of crossbred animals for farmers
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