Wheat for beef cattle rations (1993)

"10/1993."Wheat often is a cheaper source of nutrients for beef rations than corn or other grain

Grain and protein supplements for beef cattle on pasture (1993)

Feeding grain to cattle on pasture can be a profitable way to grow and finish cattle on many Missouri farms

Salt to limit intake of protein and grain supplements (1993)

"10/1993."Cattle grazing stalk fields and winter range or young cattle that are being fed grain on summer pastures eat too much protein supplements and grain if they are fed these items free choice. Mixing salt with the concentrates and protein supplements has been a reliable way to regulate the intake of these feeds

Using net energy to formulate beef cattle rations (1988)

Feed energy measures are used to estimate the energy required for a specific animal at various performance levels and to evaluate feeds to supply this energy. The most frequently used measures of feed energy are total digestible nutrients (TON) ; digestible energy (DE) ; metabolizable energy (ME) ; and net energy (NE).Revised 2/88/10M

High-moisture grain for beef cattle (1991)

Some Missouri farmers are harvesting and storing high-moisture corn or milo for cattle rations. This practice has a number of agronomic advantages that are appealing to farmer-feeders who produce their own grain. Also, high-moisture processing improves the feed value of the grain, especially milo.Reprinted 1/91/5M

Growth Stimulants (Implants) (1993)

Implants increase the weaning weight of suckling calves and increase the rate and efficiency of gain of cattle fed growing and finishing rations. This guide provides information about implanted growth stimulants for cattle.Reviewed October 1993 -- Extension website

Heifers vs. steers in the feedlot

"At times, heifers can be mor eprofitable to feed than steers. You can usually buy heifers at 8 to 14 cents a pound less than steers for feedlot replacements. On the basis of their merit as feeder or stocker cattle, heifers are often underpriced in comparison to steers. This is especially true when you manage heifers to reduce some of their pregnancy and estrus problems. Heifers finish more quickly than steers; for you, this means a faster cash flow. In addition, feeding both heifers and steers can prolong marketing times."--First page.Homer B. Sewell (Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture)New 6/83/10

Heifers vs. steers in the feedlot (1993)

Reviewed October 1, 1993

Whole-shelled corn rations for beef cattle (1993)

Reviewed October 1, 1993

Growth stimulants (implants) (1990)

"Implants increase the weaning weight of suckling calves and increase the rate and efficiency of gain of cattle fed growing and finishing rations."--First page.Homer B. Sewell (Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture)Revised 5/90/5