1 Double Breeding Barn
$75/day – double barn
Contact Daniel Mallory
MU Extension Livestock Specialist
Ralls County Extension Office
P.O. Box 540
New London, MO 63459
573-985-3911
malloryd@missouri.edu
1 Double and 1 Single Breeding Barn
$75/day – double barn
$40/day – single barn
Contact the Sullivan County Extension Office
109 North Main, Suite 30
Milan, MO 63556
660-265-4541
sullivanco@missouri.edu
2 Double Breeding Barns
$75/day – double barn
Contact Zac Erwin
MU Extension Livestock Specialist
Adair County Extension Office
503 East Northtown Road
Kirksville, MO 63501
660-665-9866
erwinz@missouri.edu
For many beef producers, the biggest challenge to carrying out an AI program can be facilities. A portable breeding barn can make the process a lot easier, and you may find it makes the process easier on your cattle too.
A portable breeding barn can simply be backed up to a lead up alley. The barns are floorless and are easily raised or lowered into place using a built-in hydraulic pump. A sliding back door on the barn allows for entry of animals.
Cows typically walk into a breeding barn willingly and remain very calm throughout the process. The design involves little restraint, as a bar simply drops in place behind the animal to prevent it from backing up. Technicians also appreciate the cover and protection from weather the barns afford.
Depending on your region, one-stall or two-stall barns may be available. Two-stall designs allow for two technicians to work simultaneously, which can greatly speed up the process when working large numbers of animals.
Inside a double breeding barn.
Northeast Missouri Beef Cattle Improvement Association