Articles Tagged with ''crude protein''
Getting the most out of your feed requires more than a good forage test. Producers need to do all they can to ensure they’re feeding the right hay to the right cow at the right time.
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Back to basics: Supplementing the cow-calf herd during winter
Asking yourself these four questions will help you determine whether your cows are getting the nutrition they need this winter.
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Approaches for evaluating RUP and intestinal digestibility
Overcome challenges and become familiar with analysis results when assessing the commercially available methods for evaluating rumen-undegradable protein (RUP) and intestinal digestibility of animal-rendered byproducts.
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6 must-know steps for successful winter supplementation programs
A good program requires more thought than simply setting out supplement blocks. Producers can get the most out of their investment by gathering concrete information about their cattle and environment before winter hits.
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Feeding cows during challenging milk prices
This summer there has been a notable discrepancy in milk pricing between Class III and IV. Now is the time to consider strategies for maximizing efficiency and avoiding extra feed costs.
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Interpreting your forage analysis
Consideration to “price per nutrient” should be at the forefront when purchasing feed. Understanding a forage analysis is an essential step in determining that number.
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Hesitation about NIRS evaluation of grass forages
Not only are NIRSC calibrations accurate for the evaluation of grass-type forages, but they successfully combine warm- and cool-season grasses, eliminating the need for separate calibrations.
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Forage sampling and analysis: Can we overemphasize its importance?
As fall and winter approach, producers should know what they expect from their forage. This will allow for more accurate testing and profitable feeding to cattle.
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Tomorrow’s success is an investment, not a bargain
Looking for the most cost-friendly nutrition options for your herd may seem appealing, but is rarely the best long-term business decision.
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Managing rations for proper protein consumption
Making sure protein is delivered in the form that allows cattle to metabolize it most efficiently is just as important as the amount of protein made available to them.
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