date:May 08, 2014
ay become too costly, the report indicated.
The report noted during the droughts of 2011 and 2012, southern Plains ranchers liquidated large herds due to lack of food and water. Many cattle were sold to slaughterhouses while others were relocated to other pastures through sale or lease.
As herds are being rebuilt, there is an opportunity to improve genetic stock, as those least adapted to the drought conditions were the first to be sold or relocated, the report said.