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Growth-promotant implants: managing the tools.

Chris Reinhardt1

  • 1Kansas State University, 125 Call Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506-1600, USA. cdr3@oznet.ksu.edu

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Food Animal Practice
|July 4, 2007
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Growth-promotant implants enhance production efficiency and profitability in cattle. Careful planning of implant programs is crucial for maximizing financial returns in beef production.

Area of Science:

  • Animal Science
  • Agricultural Economics

Background:

  • Growth-promotant implants have been utilized in livestock production since the 1950s.
  • Their primary objectives are to improve production efficiency, lower costs, and increase profitability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the fundamental purpose of growth promotants in livestock.
  • To address the complexities in planning implant programs due to product variety and dosage options.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical and current practices regarding growth-promotant implants.
  • Analysis of the economic impact of implant programs on cattle production.

Main Results:

  • The core purpose of growth promotants remains consistent despite evolving physiological understanding.

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  • Well-designed implant programs can significantly influence the profitability of cattle operations.

    • Conclusions:

    • Growth-promotant implants remain a key tool for enhancing efficiency and profitability in cattle farming.
    • Strategic selection and administration of implants are essential for optimizing economic outcomes.