Effect of Bovatec and Ralgro implants on finishing steer performance

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2011-01-27

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Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station

Abstract

Cattle fed Bovatec consumed 17.4% less feed and were 17.7% more efficient than controls, with no effect on gain. Ralgro implants improved gain 12% and feed efficiency 6.9%, with no effect on feed intake. Bovatec and Ralgro combined had an additive effect on feed efficiency.

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Beef, Implants, Bovatec, Ralgro, Steer performance

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