Classifications

• Why is basic nutrition important in the beef industry?


  It can't be stressed enough.
• Why is ration balancing done less in the beef industry compared to swine?


  Because immediate results are not visible.
• What are the classifications of animal feeds?

  • Dry roughages and forages
  • Pasture and range
  • Silages
  • Energy feeds
  • Vitamins
• What are examples of dry roughages?


  Straw, cobs, hay, grass, clover, alfalfa.
• Why does hay need to dry before storage?

  Because it can catch fire if not dried.
• In what form is hay typically fed?


  In the form of round bales.
• What is silage?


  Chopped and compressed feed stored under anaerobic conditions.
• What process prevents mold and spoilage in silage?

  The acid fermentation process.
• What is the moisture content of silage?


  50-70% moisture.
• What are examples of materials used for silage?

  Corn, hay, straw, and co-products.
• What is a "silo" in the context of silage storage?

  A method used to store silage with a truck.
• What is a "bunker" in silage storage?


  A form of storage where silage is rolled over with a packer.
• What happens as the last bag of silage fills up?


  The truck goes forward.
• What are examples of energy feeds?


  • Corn
  • Milo
  • Wheat
• What are co-products in animal nutrition?


  • Ethanol and milling products
  • Distiller's grains
  • Brewery by-products
• What defines protein supplements in animal nutrition?


  They contain 20% or more protein.
• What are examples of protein supplements?


  Lick tubs, range cubes, and ground feed.
• What is a potential issue with ground feed?


  It can create dust.
• Why are mineral supplements sometimes overlooked?


  They are not always considered essential.
• What is an example of a mineral supplement?


  Salt.
• What is the primary vitamin supplement mentioned?

  Vitamin A.
• What has been studied regarding vitamin E inclusion?


  It has a lot of antioxidants.
• What are non-nutritive additives in animal feed?


  • Antibiotics
  • Colorings
  • Flavors
  • Hormones
• How do large and small scale feeding differ?


  Large scale uses more ingredients and larger quantities.
• What is the weight of a 5-gallon bucket of water?


  Approximately 40 pounds.
• What is the significance of feeding individual ingredients?


  It allows for tailored nutrition based on specific needs.
• What is a total mixed ration?


  A method of feeding that combines all ingredients into one mix.
• What factors determine if it is economically worthwhile to upgrade feeding methods?


  The number of head required to pay for the upgrade.
• What are the different types of cattle mentioned?


  • Cows
  • Bulls
  • Calves
• What is the significance of gut fill in cattle?


  It indicates how much liquid loss is inside the cow.
• What can stress cause in cattle?


  Weight loss and gut fill issues.
• What is the process of digestion in cattle primarily influenced by?


  Grass hay's blandness compared to alfalfa hay.
• Why might grass hay be preferred over alfalfa hay?


  It is cheaper and better for digestion.
• What is the impact of stress on cattle weight?


  They may lose weight due to stress.
• What is the term for the weight loss from stress in cattle?

  Shrink weight.
• What does gut fill refer to in cattle?


  The amount of liquid and feed in the digestive system.
• What is the relationship between stress and gut fill?


  Stress can reduce gut fill due to liquid loss.
• What are the key factors affecting cattle nutrition?

  • Type of feed
  • Ration balancing
  • Stress levels
  • Gut fill