Posted 11/25/2014 13:05 (#4200603 - in reply to #4200537) Subject: RE: high input vs low input dairy
Memphis, NY
The problem with low input/low production is that fixed costs then have a greater impact per cwt. A stall in the barn has certain D.I.R.T.I. costs regardless of that cow's production. Income over feed cost has to be in the red before lower production makes sense.
D. Depreciation
I. Interest
R. Rent
T. Taxes
I. Insurance