Feed Costs

Many producers try and keep their feed costs to minimum in order to maximize their profits. At times this can be tough especially with the winter conditions we are experiencing here in the Midwest. According to Zen Miller, a University of Wisconsin Extension Agriculture Agent, winter conditions such as temperature, wind, shelter and moisture are all contributing factors in feed consumption of your cattle. It is being said that hay quality is not the greatest this year therefore some producers are having to use alternative feed methods in order for their cattle to maintain the proper body condition. A couple different methods that are most common around my area is corn silage and wet gluten which provides cattle with much needed protein in their diet during harsh weather conditions at a relatively low price. Overall, it is best to try and eliminate as many factors as possible when feeding your cattle and if you believe your cattle aren't in proper shape for calving season you may want to look towards some cheaper alternative methods.


(Corn Silage: Provided by American Dairy Men)