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Use of Distillers Grains in Beef Cows Grazing Cornstalks–A Demonstration Project

Authors: Daryl R. Strohbehn (Iowa State University) , Marshall V. Ruble (Iowa State University) , Daniel G. Morrical (Iowa State University)

Abstract

Feed co-products from the ethanol industry are readily available in the state of Iowa and are a high protein and energy product. Cornstalk grazing is utilized by Iowa cow-calf producers each year in the fall according to ISU-IRMSPA records at the rate of 1.9 acres per cow with a grazing period length of approximately 45 days. Extending this cornstalk grazing period would assist producers in lowering their total annual feed cost.

Keywords: ASL R2188

How to Cite: Strohbehn, D. R. , Ruble, M. V. & Morrical, D. G. (2007) “Use of Distillers Grains in Beef Cows Grazing Cornstalks–A Demonstration Project”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 4(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-539