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Thin cow's fattening tips
First, select lean cows carefully. Not all thin cows are suitable for fattening. Only those that have become lean due to poor management, heavy workloads, or inadequate feeding can be quickly put back into good condition with proper care and nutrition. When choosing, avoid buying cows that are too old, extremely weak, suffering from chronic digestive issues, or infectious diseases.
Second, focus on disease prevention and deworming. Before introducing the newly purchased lean cows into the herd, conduct a full health check and administer vaccines for foot-and-mouth disease, brucellosis, and clostridial infections. It’s also important to deworm them before starting the fattening process. A common method is to give 4 capsules per 100 kg of body weight. Additionally, newly arrived cattle often experience stress from transport, unfamiliar environments, and handling. To help them adjust, you can add 0.5% salt and 1% brown sugar to their drinking water for about a week. At the beginning of the fattening period, start with high-quality hay and green fodder, then gradually introduce small amounts of bran as they get used to the new diet.
Third, implement a sub-fattening plan. The overall fattening period for lean cows should generally last between 50 to 60 days, divided into three stages.
The first stage (6–8 days): Focus on acclimating the cattle to mixed feed. This involves fasting the cows for 1–2 days, then mixing a small amount of compound feed with ammoniated straw. After 2–3 days of adjustment, the cows should begin eating from the trough regularly.
The second stage (10–12 days): Aim to restore the cow's body condition. Gradually increase the amount of compound feed given each day, aiming for around 700–750 grams per cow, along with 100–120 grams of urea. However, if ammoniated straw is already being used, no extra urea is needed. Allow free access to hay and forage during this time.
The third stage (35–40 days): This is the most critical phase for rapid weight gain. Increase the daily compound feed intake to 1000 grams per cow and raise urea levels to 150 grams. Continue offering free-choice forage. If possible, adding some nightgrass in the evening can further boost the fattening effect.
Fourth, maintain careful management throughout the process. Provide a warm, quiet, and comfortable environment for the cows. Use short ropes to keep them in one place, reducing movement and energy expenditure. Brush the cows daily in the morning to stimulate blood circulation and improve metabolism, which helps enhance their appetite. Regularly monitor the animals' eating habits, manure, and behavior, and treat any signs of illness promptly.
During the later stages of fattening, closely observe the cows’ growth and perform regular weigh-ins and body measurements. Look for signs such as visible ribs, a sunken back, rounded hips, and fat deposits in the scrotum (for bulls) or breast area (for cows). When these indicators appear and market conditions are favorable, it's best to slaughter the cattle quickly to maximize economic returns.