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Episode 89: Fiber in Finishing Diets
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Episode 89: Fiber in Finishing Diets

Canadian Beef Cattle Podcast

October 7, 202512m 41s

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Show Notes

High-grain feedlot diets improve feed efficiency and marbling, but they must be managed carefully to protect cattle health and welfare. Forage, often silage, provides the fiber needed to support rumen function—but not all fibers are created equal. The real challenge is striking the right forage-to-concentrate balance, and finding the right type and level of fiber. This episode explores research around this topic and more. 

 

Relevant Links: 

Optimizing Feedlot Efficiency (webpage)

Feed Grains For Beef Cattle (webpage)

A Tool for Evaluating the Economic Value of Feeds Based on Nutrient Content (interactive tool)