Abstract
Ration crude protein levels of 10.4% and 12.0% were fed with or without monensin and with calcium-to-phosphorous ratios (Ca:P) of 1:2, 2:1, or 1:1. Steers fed 10.4% crude protein, a 1:1 Ca:P, and Monensin had highest average daily gains and were most efficient. Extra protein in the 12% ration or the extra calcium in the 2:1 ration produced no benefits. Phosphorous in the 1:2 Ca:P apparently was excessive, as indicated by depressed daily gain and poorer efficiency. Monensin significantly increased average daily gain and improved feed efficiency.
Keywords: Cattlemen's Day, 1981, Report of progress (Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station), 394, Beef, Protein, Calcium:phosphorous ratio, Monensin, Performance, Steers
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Durham, S., Riley, J. G. & Pope, R. V., (1981) “Effects of protein level, calcium:phosphorous ratio and monensin on performance of finishing steers”, Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports 1(1), 10-12. doi: https://doi.org/10.4148/2378-5977.2575
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