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Successful Heifer Mating: 92% In-Calf Rate Achieved!

9/25/2025

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Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) hosted a North Canterbury workshop highlighting planning, health, and genetics for successful heifer mating.
Glenary Station's Simon Lee described managing yearling heifer mating across multiple properties and reported a 92% in-calf rate.
Amy Hoogenboom advised heifers weigh at least 60% of mature cow weight and reach a Body Condition Score of 6–7 before mating.

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Story summary

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) hosted a North Canterbury workshop highlighting planning, health, and genetics for successful heifer mating.
Glenary Station's Simon Lee described managing yearling heifer mating across multiple properties and reported a 92% in-calf rate.
Amy Hoogenboom advised heifers weigh at least 60% of mature cow weight and reach a Body Condition Score of 6–7 before mating.