Stocker and Backgrounding Guide for Targeting the Brand

Best Practices Manual for stocker and backgrounders The stocker segment may be the most diverse and least understood part of the beef industry. Some say it’s the least concerned with quality and consumers, preferring to add value by assembling calves on local forages for cheap gains. Yet, those who know calf development realize it’s one of the most important segments for influencing later performance and establishing product quality. Take a look at the following chapters to find out how.

Introduction
Chapter 1 - General Management
Chapter 2 - Procurement Strategies
Chapter 3 - Health Management
Chapter 4 - Nutritional Management
Chapter 5 - Marketing
Supporting Literature