This calculator presents a simple format to help the user learn more about the impact in short term cash flow when ABS Dairy InFocus semen is used as part of the genetic breeding strategy.
: You will note the () icon is used to explain the data needed to complete each cell. For best results read each icon to be sure the most accurate information is inputted in to each required cell field.
( ) The calculator offers convenient options to fill in the cell.
The calculator comes with preset default numbers for management cells. To ensure the most accurate results enter in the information that best describes the management program.
The calculator assigns calves into three categories: Dairy Heifers, Dairy Bulls and InFocus (Bull/Heifers) calves. Insert the value for each group of new born calves using the current market price.
Current/Proposed: Note there is a window display located in the upper right of the header bar that allows the user to view the data results from the Current or Proposed program.
Cell: Move the slide bar by dragging it to the desired number or click on the slide bar to activate your arrow keys on your PC.
: You will note the () icon is used to explain the data needed to complete each cell. For best results, read each icon to be sure the most accurate information is inputted in to each required cell field.
Calf Summary: The Cow and Heifers summary will display the expected resulting dairy heifer calves from both the current or Proposed breeding program. A simple calculation of Combined Return is offered to show the difference in semen investment and heifer calf results. Note in the dairy heifer inventory we do not account for dairy bull calf income.
InFocus Beef: This data will display the total number of INFOCUS BEEF calves for both bull/heifer calves and their combined return value less the semen investment.
Annual Calf Summary: This pie chart will display the total number of resulting calves for each category. Hover over each cell to see the rolling totals. (Hint: Change the Current/Proposed window in the header bar to view comparison results)
InFocus Beef Annual Financial Impact:
This cell represents the number of heifer calves that need to be produced annually to maintain the current management program of the dairy. Note this is a simple calculation that would not account for death loss from: stillbirth, rearing, during the calving event or culling that exceeds the normal management entered as a replacement rate. This number should be used as a guide to discover the number of dairy replacements needed to maintain future herd size.
As the users adjust the desired mix of dairy conventional and Sexation semen along with Dairy InFocus, this cell will display the rolling total of expected dairy heifer calves.