Breeding Costs Calculator and AI Costs

The video tutorial explains the use of the Breeding Cost Calculator, an Excel-based tool for calculating and comparing the costs of natural service and artificial insemination in cattle breeding. It covers accessing the calculator, inputting data for natural service and AI, and analyzing costs. The tutorial also discusses bull-related expenses, grazing costs, and other associated costs. A comparison of AI and natural service costs is provided, highlighting potential savings and benefits. The video concludes with contact information for further inquiries.

What is the primary purpose of the Breeding Costs Calculator?

• To manage farm equipment expenses

• To track cattle health records

• To compare bull breeding costs with AI costs

• To calculate the cost of feeding cattle

Where can you find the Breeding Costs Calculator online?

• beef.unl.edu

• farmtools.org

• agriculturedata.net

• cattlecosts.com

What is the first data entry required in the Natural Service Cost section?

• Calf crop percentage

• Number of bulls

• Interest rate

• Number of cows in the herd

What factor is crucial for calculating the cost per calf produced?

• Grazing cost

• Bull weight

• Percent calf crop weaned per cow exposed

• Interest rate

What information is needed about bulls in the Bull Information section?

• Bull's color

• Bull's age

• Bull's breed

• Bull's expected salvage value

What are the two types of grazing costs mentioned?

• Summer and winter grazing

• Growing season and dormant season grazing

• Corn stalk and hay grazing

• Pasture and dry lot grazing

What is included in the 'Other Costs' section?

• Bull purchase costs

• Grazing costs

• Veterinarian expenses

• Feed costs

What is the assumed cost per calf when using AI in the example?

• $150

• $76

• $94

• $120

What synchronization program is assumed in the AI cost example?

• Select Sync Plus Cedar

• AI Sync Pro

• Cattle Sync

• Bull Sync

What is the expected net gain per calf when using AI with a cleanup bull?

• $10

• $22

• $24

• $30