The value of implanting beef steer calves on fattening ration with Stilbestrol and Synovex pellets

Abstract

Stilbestrol and Synovox implants are used with beef cattle to stimulate increased gains. This test was planned to study level of stilbestrol implant and the effect of stilbestrol and Synovex implants on rate of gain and carcass quality. Animals within each lot in Project 222 were randomly allotted to the various treatments of this test. Treatments were control (no implant), 24 mgs. stilbestrol implant, 36 mgs. stilbestrol implant, and Synovex implant. All implants were made at the base of the ear.