Title: (Optional) Describe recommended management of dry cows.
Course: Livestock Production Management (18301-II) > Section: Exploring Cattle Production

Description should include

- rations for dry cows (balanced diet)
  - forages
  - grain
- monitoring of body condition
- complete healthcare program
- scheduling of dry days
- timing of calving.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the purpose of scheduling dry days?
- How long should the dry period be? Why?
- How does the dry period affect lactation in the future?