Beef cattle production and management
Practical Action
young stock,
are thoroughly accustomed to the procedure and are less inclined to attempt to turn around in
the race.
Bale
The bale must be of robust construction as this is the piece of equipment that takes the
greatest pounding from animals.
Loading rump
Farmers can use existing loading rumps within their locality.
Cattle handling techniques
For animals that don’t have horns or that resist being held by
them, put your fingers in its nose like this. Pull the head close
to you to hold it firmly.
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You can hold an animal securely or tie it up with a halter as illustrated in 2 or 3.
2
A piece of cloth on a stick stops cattle moving forward.
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