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Minerals for Stocker Steers

Table 4

Consumption and Cost of Mineral by Stocker Steers Grazing Cool-Season Forage Pastures

Item
Complete Mineral
High Se TM Salt
Avg Intake, Lb
0.20
0.12
Avg Intake, Oz
3.3
1.9
Total Lb/Head
27
15.5
Cost/50 Lb
$10.45
$6.95
Cost / Head
$5.63
$2.16
Trial Conducted from May 16 - Sept 25 (132 days)

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