This fact sheet offers quick tips for market steer nutrition

Dallin, Joshua

Zesiger, Cody

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M a r k e t  S t e e r  N u t r i t i o n -  Q u i c k  T i p sBalanced Market Steer Feed Recommendations:Target Weight12.5-14 %grainsroughagesHAYFreshwaterTrace Mineralsspecific to cattle2 to 2.5 pounds per100 pounds of  weight divided  intotwo feedings3-5 pounds of hay dailyFree Choice Always AvailableFree Choice Always AvailableBox Elder County holds the largest livestock show in the State of Utah. The2018 Average Daily Gain for  a Market Steer was- 2.45 lbs per dayMinimum weight is required at most fairs and ranges on average from 1150-1250 lbs Ideal Weight ≈ 1350 PoundsconcentratesIt is important that your animal is on a regular deworming schedule Weigh your feed!(Number of Days until Fair)  x  (average gain ) + (current weight) = Predicted Weight  (Current Weight) – (Initial Weight)/(number of days) = Average Daily Gain*This is an average suggested feed amount. Amounts should be adjust based upon target end weight.USU is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity institutionJoshua J. Dallin, M.S.-USU Extension Assistant Professor      Cody Zesiger, M.S.-USU Extension Assistant Professor

Market Steer Nutrition - Quick Tips

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Market Steer Nutrition - Quick Tips

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