Stocking rate in an intensive-early stocking system (1.25, 1.50, or 1.76
acres per steer) did not influence steer gains. Available forage on loamy upland
sites was lower after steer removal on July 15 for the highest stocking rate.
However, after late season rest, available forage was similar for all stocking rates.
Steer gains were consistently greater for groups implanted with
Compudose® (estradiol 78β or Compudose plus a Rumensin® (monensin) ruminal
delivery device. The Rumensin device alone was successful in increasing average
daily gain only at the highest stocking rate.
