What are the basics for a cattle shade

[Israel Manzi]

I don’t want to spend much on constructing houses for my cattle. What are the basics for a good cattle shade?

[Geoffrey Joe]

There should be vast area to construct all building and should give way to future expansion of farm. Atleast 2-3 acre land is required for 200 cows accommodation.
These are the vital areas of a cattle house you should look at
Foundation.
Footing.
Foundation wall.
Walls and Wall materials.
Roof.
Construction of floor.

[Darius Zimbe]

First and foremost, Cow sheds can be arranged in a single row if the numbers of cows are small. Say less than 10 or in a double row if the herd is a large one. Ordinarily, not more than 80 to 100 cows should be placed in one building.

[Darius Zimbe]

Calves (all breeds) should also be considered, they should be housed in groups from 2 to 4 months of age, should have 30 square feet per animal and 40 square feet from 4 to 8 months of age. Calves 3 to 8 months of age need 4 inches of bunk space.

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