Beef cattle nutrition workbook

Abstract

Different classes of animals have different requirements for total pounds of feed (intake), energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals. The specific amounts needed depend on the animal’s stage of production and the level of performance desired by the livestock manager. Requirements also may vary depending on previous diet. For example, when an animal has been on a limited diet and then is fed a more nutritious diet, the diet is utilized more efficiently in a compensatory manner. Frame score (structural size) also influences requirements.