Equipment costs to build a system can range from $7,000 to $15,000, according to a publication from the University of Kentucky (UK) titled “Cattle Handling Facilities: Planning, Components, and ...

Boosting efficiency in livestock production is important. From managing pastures to producing feed, the complexity of any livestock operation offers opportunities to boost efficiency. In this roundup ...

It includes calm and quiet action and movements by the handlers, changing and remodeling equipment and facilities if there are problem areas that impede cattle flow, and acclimating the cattle to ...

and livestock equipment and facilities. Depreciation is assumed to be 8% of the original value of facilities and equipment annually. Interest averages one-half the original value of facilities over ...