Use of a Pelleted Corn Residue Complete Feed in Receiving Diets

Authors

Sarah J. Peterson, University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Brandon L. Nuttelman, University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Dirk B. Burken Burken, University of Nebraska–LincolnFollow
James C. MacDonald, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Matt K. Luebbe, Panhandle Research and Extension CenterFollow
Galen E. Erickson, University of Nebraska–LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

2014

Citation

2014 Nebraska Beef Cattle Report, UNL Extension MP99, pp. 64-66.

Comments

Copyright © 2014 University of Nebraska.

Abstract

The effects of feeding a complete pelleted feed to newly received steer calves (585 ± 4 lb; n = 1318 ) was compared to a control ration consisting of 32% (DM basis) wet or modified distillers grains, 32% alfalfa hay, 32% dry-rolled corn, and 4% supplement. The pelleted complete feed consisted of 35% corn residue and a blend of grain byproducts and minerals. Feeding the complete pelleted feed increased DMI but decreased ADG, thereby reducing feed efficiency. The pelleted feed numerically reduced morbidity. Feeding a complete pellet consisting of corn residue appears to be a viable option for receiving calves if it is priced appropriately.