Cattle Herd Size Calculator
Calculate optimal herd size based on acreage, forage production, and grazing season length. Determine carrying capacity and stocking rate.
Inputs
acres
lbs/acre
lbs/day
days
%
Results
Recommended Herd Size
123
Stocking Rate
5.2 acres/AU
Carrying Capacity (AU)136.8
Available Forage640,000 lbs
Forage Surplus/Deficit64,360 lbs
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Pasture Acreage, Forage Production, and Daily Forage Intake.
- Set Grazing Season and Utilization Rate.
- Review Recommended Herd Size and Stocking Rate (acres/AU).
- Use Carrying Capacity (AU) and Available Forage (lbs) to inform your decision.
- Use the chart to visualize the results and explore different scenarios by adjusting inputs.
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