Evaluation of a Low Protein Distillers By-product for Finishing Cattle

Authors

Virgil R. Bremer, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Galen E. Erickson, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Terry J. Klopfenstein, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Kyle J. Vander Pol, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Matthew A. Greenquist, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Matthew L. Gibson, Dakota Gold Research Association, Sioux Falls, S.D.Follow

Date of this Version

January 2006

Comments

Published in 2006 Nebraska Beef Cattle Report. Copyright © 2005 The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska.

Abstract

An experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of level of a low protein distillers by-product, Dakota Bran Cake (DBRAN), on feedlot performance and carcass characteristics of yearling steers. Diets contained 0, 15, 30, 45% DBRAN, or 30% dried distillers grains plus solubles (DDGS), replacing corn (DM basis). Final BW, ADG, and F:G improved linearly and daily DMI had a quadratic positive response as level of DBRAN in the diet increased. With the exception of HCW, there were no significant differences for carcass characteristics. The DBRAN had feeding performance similar to DDGS at the same inclusion level. Feeding DBRAN in this trial, up to 45% of the diet, resulted in improved performance compared to feeding high-moisture/dry-rolled corn, suggesting DBRAN has 100 - 108% of the energy value of corn.