Feeding

[steve2014]

I have 2 steers that Im am currently feeding
16 lbs of Corn
16 lbs of Distiller Grain Pellets
4 lbs of Oats Per Calf per day
I was wondering what a good substitute for corn would be because corn prices are so high?

 

[showsteerdlux]

I have 2 steers that Im am currently feeding
16 lbs of Corn
16 lbs of Distiller Grain Pellets
4 lbs of Oats Per Calf per day
I was wondering what a good substitute for corn would be because corn prices are so high?

That seems really high on DDGS. What else do you have available?

 

[steve2014]

I would have to check with our local feed store to see what else is available.

 

[obie105]

There are several different rations on here especially in the last week or so. It might be a starting point but also work with your local feed mill andcheck with what ingredients are available at an affordable cost in your area. 

 

[creativecattle]

VitaFerm's Feed Barometer might help you out. It breaks the country into feed regions and then let's you know which feedstuffs are a good buy or overpriced based on their nutritional value.

http://www.biozymeinc.com/feed_market/index.html

Also, I agree that working with your feed store or forming a good relationship with a nutritionist can save you a lot of money, while still making sure your animals are getting what they need.