Receiving and Shipping of Cattle
Protocols for transport of cattle from pastures to the barn are designed to minimize stress and the potential of injury.
Feed and Nutrition Management
Cattle are fed a nutritionally balanced finishing ration with a minimum of 80% corn for 100 days.
Feed and Nutrition Management
Cattle are fed a nutritionally balanced finishing ration with a minimum of 80% corn for 100 days.
Receiving and Shipping of Cattle
Protocols for transport of cattle from pastures to the barn are designed to minimize stress and the potential of injury.
Feeding Environment
The feeding environment must provide appropriate conditions including the feed bunk, water supply and bedding materials.
Sanitation and Pest Control
Efforts are made to limit and control entry of pests into the barn area. Manure is stored for later use as nutrients for crops.
Biosecurity
Entrance into the barn is controlled, signage is posted and Visitor Log records are maintained.
Personnel Training
Required Ontario Cattle Feeders Association Quality Assurance Program training must be completed.
Facilities and Equipment
Written protocols for feeding equipment must address the maintenance routine, calibration schedule and cleaning procedures.
Animal Health
Sick animals must be properly identified and handled. Animal Treatment Records document medication use.
Receiving and Shipping of Cattle
Protocols for transport of cattle from pastures to the barn are designed to minimize stress and the potential of injury.
Feed and Nutrition Management
Cattle are fed a nutritionally balanced finishing ration with a minimum of 80% corn for 100 days.