03/28/2023
Cumulatively, throughout the 150-day study, cattle on bedding had improved growth performance and efficiency. Their average daily gain increased 21% and dry-matter intake increased 5.9%. Their feed-to-gain ratio had a 14.6% improvement, and it took 35 fewer days to reach the same end point compared to cattle that didn’t receive bedding, Smith said.
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