Chavez High School December 9, 2010 Nicole Gueck ACCO/Showmaster Feeds Chavez High School December 9, 2010 Nicole Gueck ACCO/Showmaster Feeds

Winning animals are a combination of: –Good selection –Good nutritional management –Proper grooming –Outstanding showmanship Things to be aware of when selecting an animal: –Age –Bloodline –Structural correctness –Muscle –Volume and capacity –Style and balance –Growth potential Selection

Nutritional Mgmt --Feeding is the most important factor in successful animal care. An animal will only perform at its potential if it is fed well. Being 'well fed' does not imply being 'over fed'. An animal that is fed well is given just enough (but not more) of the correct foods so that it can realize its production potential.

Nutrition, cont. Water makes up 70% of lean tissue in the body and directly effects the amount of feed an animal will eat. Water should be checked daily and cleaned regularly “If you wouldn’t drink it, clean it!” Five categories of nutrients: –Protein –Energy (fat and carbs) –Vitamins –Minerals –Water

Protein Growth, muscle formation, hair/hoof health Best to have multiple protein sources Plant Origin Sources -Soybean meal, cottonseed meal, corn gluten meal -Animal Origin Sources -Fish meal, milk protein (Sheen, calf manna) -Young growing animals need higher protein % in diet for growth and development

Energy Growth, weight gain Body condition, heat increment Finish (fat) Sources: Grains (corn, barley, oats) Fats (corn/soy oil, animal fat) For weight gain prior to show, need to increase ENERGY, not PROTEIN! May also need to feed more total pounds per day.

Vitamins Important Vitamins for Show Animals: Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E Thiamine Biotin Showmaster feeds are BALANCED and contain ALL vitamins and minerals known to be needed for each species. You should not need to supplement.

Minerals Important Trace Minerals for Show Animals: Zinc (beef, goats, lambs and pigs) Manganese (beef, goats, and pigs) Copper (beef, goats, and pigs) Cobalt (beef and goats) Iron (swine) Minerals offer the following benefits: Improved hair/skin/hoof quality, improved immune function, resistance to disease, increased weight gain, feed conversion, skeletal soundness, bone development, joint function

Feeding Methods Free Choice Young animals (creep feed) Early in Feeding Period Hay and Water Hand Feed (at least 2x/day) Closer to Show Once animals are on full feed Older animals To restrict feed intake

Best Practices Weigh animals regularly Know your starting weight and desired finishing weight Know how many days are left until the show Make any feed changes gradually over 5-7 days by blending Determine the amount you are actually feeding by weighing the feed container full of feed and then subtracting the weight of the container. Hand feed at least twice per day Have high quality hay or free choice grazing available at all times when turned out Maintain clean, fresh water

Types of Feed Pros  Palatability (molasses)  Fast adaptation & acceptance  Easy to switch to this type of feed Cons  Insects, flies, fire ants are attracted  Shortened storage life/freshness  More mold or drying out potential  Separation in bag or feeders; potential for sorting/picking by the animal Textured (Sweet Feed) - contains a coarse blend of cleaned grains and molasses. Many textured products will also contain a pellet that carries the protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Types of Feed Pros  Eliminates sorting  Less insect problems  Longer storage life or freshness Cons  Longer adaptation period  More potential for burn-out or off-feed problems in long feeding period Pelleted feed - compressed product form providing consistent nutrition in every piece which eliminates sorting by the animal.

Feed Calculation How Much Do I Need to Feed? Total Weight Gain Needed: Subtract your animal’s starting weight from the desired show weight. _____ lbs. Estimated Daily Gain (EDG): Divide the total weight gain needed by the number of days until the show date. _____ lbs. Target Daily Feed Intake (TDFI): Check the Feeding Schedule on the back of the bag or on the website by using the weight of your animal and the Estimated Daily Gain. ____ lbs. Divide this amount into two feedings/day.

Quiz Time! Starting Weight = 1175 lbs Desired Show Weight = 1350 lbs Days til Show = 70 days Amount to Feed Per Day?

Calf Grower Begin feeding at weaning or when calf is selected. Most often fed to steers as a growing ration; can also be successfully fed to heifers. Appropriate energy and protein levels to ensure proper growth and condition. –12% protein, 3% fat, 16.5% fiber –Higher fiber in young calves lessens digestive upsets Feed this to calves to grow frame and muscle without putting on excessive finish.

Heifer Developer Begin feeding at weaning or when calf is selected. Most often fed to heifers as a growing ration; can also be successfully fed to steers as an intermediate ration between Grower and Finisher. Higher corn level than Calf Grower Includes a “shot” of Showmaster Sheen –13% Protein; 3% Fat; 16.5% Fiber

Calf Finisher High energy ration to promote increased finish or condition. -12% protein, 5% fat, 8.5% fiber Should be introduced to heifers or steers at least 120 days before the show.

Pelleted “creep feed” for kids/lambs Feed to kids/lambs until they reach 60 pounds. Best results for growth and development will be attained if this feed is fed for a minimum of 21 days. Copper levels safe for lambs. -18% protein, 3.5% fat, 18% fiber Goat/Lamb Sales Edge

Complete finishing ration from 60 lbs through finish Pelleted ration to eliminate “selection” –Protein 16%, Fat 3%, Fiber 18% Goat Developer

SM Txt Lamb 15% or 18% Complete finishing ration from 60 lbs through finish. Textured ration May want to use lower protein for heavily muscled goats, during hot summer months, or for softer finish Protein 18% or 15%, Fat 3%, Fiber 14%

SM Pig Feeding Program Pre-starter Starter Sales EdgeGrowerFinisher Pre-StarterStarterSales EdgeGrowerFinisher Protein Min25.0%23.0%20.0%18.0%16.0% Fat Min7.0%6.0% 5.5%7.0% Fiber Max2.5%3.5%

SM Turkey/Broiler Feeding Program Poultry Starter –Feed for first 21 days –Crumbles –Medicated –30% protein, 3.5% fat, 3.5% fiber Broiler/Turkey Grower/Finisher –Feed from 21 days through show –Extruded –Not Medicated –22% protein, 12% fat (spray on), 5% fiber

SM Full and Fresh Calves, pigs, lambs, goats. Supplies a high level of fiber to add body, bulk and dimension for show preparation. Now available in 50 lb bag. 12% Protein, 4% fat, 20% fiber

SM Power PHAT Calf, pig, goat, lamb Supplies high-fat nutrition to support hair/skin and wool health and support weight gain. Formulated for high palatability Formulated with Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids to enhance skin quality and hair coat shine. High fat pellet (25%) Non-medicated: Mix thoroughly with feed, do not top dress

SM Sheen All Species High Protein Supplement Helps achieve ideal show weight, supports skins and hair health. Helps in reaching optimal muscle shape and development. Created to enhance animal intake in times of limited weight gain. Non-medicated: Mix thoroughly with feed, do not top dress

SM Bling Pigs only. Designed to create smooth cover while maximizing shape and bloom. High protein, high fat, supplement 30% protein, 35% fat

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