Intro to the Animal Unit (AU) Concepts for Production of Sheep and Goats

G2344
Published 2022

The animal unit system is a tool that helps livestock producers optimize herd or flock grazing management. The system estimates forage availability for grazing, which allows producers to better match animal stocking rates with available pasture and rangeland resources. Correctly balancing these components of grazing systems contributes to well-­fed livestock and healthy grazing lands.

Publication Details

Authors

Micah Most

Dustin T. Yates

Subject

Animal Agriculture

Sheep

Publication Date July 20, 2022
Last Revision Date July 20, 2022
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HTML / PDF

Series NebGuide