Pulling back a Angus steer

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lomac

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We currently have two 4-H show steers. We just finished showing at the Commonwealth Classic and were suprised at their weights. We weigh them constantly at our local farmers trucking grain scales and they are waaaayyyyy off ( by approx 100 pounds). One of our steers can hold the weight and will probably go to final show around 1425. The other one is a different story. He is short in height and length. he is currently 1240. Im thinking 1300 should be his weight without looking well overfinished. We have 42 days go. He was at 22lbs a day. We are now at 20lb and plan to reduce to 18lbs by weeks end. He is bellowing like no tomm. Anyone know of a filler easily available? Tried to get cotton seed hulls from our local Sou. States but would take 3-4 weeks to get any.. A member on here told me about Beef Commodity Blend not sure the mix ratio.Thanks on any info
 

Cyfarmer

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Beet Pulp or some other kind of filler type product - we use depth charge
We have also used a US Feeds product called 'Bulky Supreme'
 

grandchamp58

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i live very close to you and i also went to the commonwealth classic so i know many of the products that are available around here. We usually use cottonseed pellets from southern states. They keep the gut working and they expand the stomach while keeping the calves full. Beet pulp would work but i would much rather use cottonseed pellets. Goodluck!
 

lomac

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Southern States told me they didnt stock it, that I would have to order a whole pallet. Will call again tomm. What is your ratio cotton seed to grain mixture 50/50?  Where do u live around these parts if you dont mind me asking.
 
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