Bulls

Question 1

How long does it take to go from an all forage ration to a high grain rations?

Answer 1

2-6 weeks

Question 2

T/F: You can transition from a high grain to a high forage immediately

Answer 2

True - an exception might be an animal that has a rumen motility altering disease

Question 3

Dr. Swecker breaks down the receiving period for stocker/backgrounders into 4 weeks. What are they and what do they entail?

Answer 3

First 24h: get rumen working
Week 1: start ration transition
Weeks 2-4: finalize ration transition

Question 4

Hay based diets are associated with __________

Answer 4

Lowest morbidity and mortality

Question 5

What are the pros and cons associated with high energy, concentrate diets?

Answer 5

Increased feed efficiency and gain
Increased sickness and death

Best compromise is a 50-75% concentrate diet

Question 6

How much protein should be in a receiving diet?

Answer 6

14-18% protein

Question 7

Where is the best place to place waterers upon receiving calves?

Answer 7

Along periphery