Cattle Processing in Sweep Chute

What happens here

The farmer, with assistance, uses a Tarter Series 8 Sweep Chute System for processing the cattle. He guides the steers one by one into the chute. The curved design of the chute is highlighted as a low-stress feature, as cattle cannot see their surroundings, reducing fear and resistance. Once a steer is securely in the headgate, the farmer performs band castration using a Calicrate Pro Bander. This method involves placing a rubber band around the testicles, pulling them tightly, and using a ratcheting mechanism to cut off the blood supply, causing the testicles to atrophy and fall off. This process is deemed less painful and safer than surgical castration. He also administers a 5-way tetanus and blackleg vaccine. He emphasizes that this is industry standard and converts bulls into steers for better beef quality.

Goal: Castrate selected steers and administer vaccinations