Got protein & energy?

摘要

Its no secret that feed costs are a major economic component of producing beef. Efficiency of feed and ration balancing are critical to optimizing profits. A balanced ration that's easy and affordable to provide will supply the proper nutrients neededfor herd sustainability. While fiber, mineral, vitamins and water are all important in ration consideration, crude protein (CP) and energy are the feed components most often considered, and confused, by livestock producers. CP is determined by measuring the nitrogen content of feed and multiplying it by 6.25 because proteins typically contain 16% nitrogen, says Shane Gadberry, University of Arkansas livestock specialist.