Each pregnancy detection method has unique benefits and disadvantages.

Prevented planting provides an opportunity for farmers to plant cover crops for livestock forage.

A benefit of planting winter wheat is providing living cover over the winter to hold soil in place and prevent it from blowing.

Culling nonpregnant cows prior to winter can help producers make better use of their feed resources.

Culling nonpregnant cows before winter feeding can result in significant savings.

Pregnancy testing is one way to monitor reproductive performance and help make appropriate management decisions.

All storage options should keep the grain dry and provide adequate aeration to control the grain temperature.

Grain can be stored in many types of buildings, but they all should keep the grain dry and cool.

All storage options should keep the grain dry and provide adequate aeration.

The potential for damage during handling increases when soybeans are too dry.