Abstract
Several programs have been established for cow-calf producers to market benefits of high health and management standards. Our objective was to estimate effects of value-added vaccination (VAC) programs on calf prices sold through Superior Livestock Auctions (SLA), the largest video cattle marketing network in North America. Superior Livestock Auctions VAC programs specify types and timing of vaccinations, qualifying vaccines, if calves were home raised, and/or minimum number of days weaned prior to delivery. Estimates of value added by VAC programs may help improve management and marketing decisions.
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