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Testing Hay

Nov 04, 2022

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Video: Testing Hay

When it comes to feeding cattle, it's important to keep in mind that hay is not created equal. Total digestible nutrients and crude protein levels often vary. That could make the difference between a heifer losing a quarter pound per day or gaining nearly one-third of a pound per day. The bottom line is if you know the quality of your hay, you can make better decisions in terms of necessary supplementation.