Article Written by:
Daren D. Redfearn, Extension Forage and Pasture Management Specialist
And Provided by
Oklahoma State University
During periods of reduced forage growth (typically winter), livestock must have an alternative source of feed. However, producers spend an extraordinary amount of money on providing these alternative feeds. Analysis of data from the Standardized Performance Analysis (SPA, Fig. 1) survey indicates that there is wide variation in input costs associated with livestock production systems. Regardless of whether a producer falls into the low-, mid-, or high-cost category, feed costs account for approximately 26 percent of the cost of production.This publication discusses management practices that can reduce the costs associated with livestock winter feeding programs.
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