Getting Winter Ready: The True Cost of Buying & Finishing Cattle

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As part of the ‘Getter Winter Ready’ series, Teagasc cattle specialist, David Argue, discusses the Teagasc beef budgets on the latest Beef Edge podcast this week. With cattle prices at very strong levels over the past year, the economics of buying and finishing cattle have become increasingly important for beef farmers. In this episode, we take a closer look at the latest Teagasc beef finishing budgets and ask what the figures mean on the ground for farmers making purchasing decisions this autumn. David outlines the economics of buying a 550kg bullock, how much importance should be placed on the weight of the animal being purchased, and whether paying more per head for a heavier animal…