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Ideally, two year old heifers should be in a body condition score “6” at the time that their first calf is born. 

Bred replacement heifers that will calve in late January and February need to continue to grow and maintain body condition.

Bred replacement heifers that will calve in late January and February need to continue to grow and maintain body condition as two-year-old heifers should be in a body condition score 6 at calving.

Replacement heifers that have just reached puberty and started cycling may be vulnerable to any drastic change in feed intake. A small trial conducted at Oklahoma State University illustrates the impact that sudden severe reduction in energy intake can have on cycling activity in replacement heifers.

The main objective in developing replacement heifers is to have them reach puberty well before the first breeding season.

Cattlemen shouldn't over-develop heifers prior to breeding.

Expert Advice: Replacement heifer selection begins with a healthy heifer at birth and her management the first two years.

What’s the best strategy to use when selecting replacements?