Optimization of Profit for Pasture-Based Beef Cattle and Sheep Farming Using Linear Programming: Young Beef Cattle Production in New Zealand

Optimization of Profit for Pasture-Based Beef Cattle and Sheep Farming Using Linear Programming: Young Beef Cattle Production in New Zealand

In New Zealand, surplus dairy-origin calves not needed as replacement or for beef cattle farms requirements for finishing are commercially slaughtered within two weeks of age. This system has perceived ethical issues which can potentially negatively affect the dairy industry. Therefore, a young beef...

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Main Authors: Addisu H. Addis, Hugh T. Blair, Paul R. Kenyon, Stephen T. Morris, Nicola M. Schreurs
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-09-01
Series:Agriculture
Subjects:
farm profitability
linear programming
marketing policy
pasture utilization
sheep and beef farm
young beef cattle
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/11/9/849

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