Feed Grains Sector at a Glance - USDA ERS
WEBDec 21, 2023 · The major feed grains are corn, sorghum, barley, and oats. Corn is the primary U.S. feed grain, accounting for more than 95 percent of total feed grain production and use. The United States is the largest producer, consumer, and exporter of corn in …
Feed Grains Database - USDA ERS
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The Feed Grains Database contains statistics on four feed grains (corn, grain sorghum, barley, and oats), foreign coarse grains (feed grains plus rye, millet, and mixed grains), hay, and related items.
USDA ERS - Corn and Other Feed Grains
WEBJun 6, 2024 · Corn is the most widely produced feed grain in the United States, accounting for more than 95 percent of total feed grain production and use. The other three major feed grains are sorghum, barley, and oats. Most of the corn crop provides the main energy ingredient in livestock feed.
Feeding Grain to Stock Cows | NDSU Agriculture
WEBCorn, oats, and barley are the primary grains fed to cattle. Oats, which has a lower energy value due to its high fiber content, is considered the "safest" grain in regards to potential digestive disturbances. Wheat and rye are sometimes fed when the price is competitive as may be the case with discounted, damaged, or inferior grades.
Feeding Corn to Beef Cattle | NDSU Agriculture
WEBCorn commonly is used as a feed grain in beef cattle diets throughout the U.S. However, until recently in many parts of North Dakota and other northern-tier states, feeding corn was less common. With the availability and improvement of shorter-season corn varieties, corn plantings in North Dakota increased nearly 40 percent from 2008 to 2017.
Feeding Small Grains to Beef Cattle - Penn State Extension
WEBNov 10, 2022 · Wheat. Wheat provides a highly-degradable, high starch source of energy for the ruminant. Both the energy and protein content is often higher than in corn. However, wheat cannot totally replace corn as the energy component of the diet because of a higher incidence of acidosis and founder.
Feeding Wheat: A Good Alternative? - feedlotmagazine.com
WEBFeb 28, 2023 · If price, availability and processing required aren't major hurdles for your operation, feeding wheat might be a viable alternative. Wheat competes with corn as a feed grain on occasion in the High Plains area for cattle feed. With the past drought, tight corn supplies and historical high corn basis, end users are …
Feeding Winter Wheat to Cows and Calves – Beef Cattle
WEBSep 3, 2019 · Wheat is an excellent feed grain when priced competitively with corn and milo. Typically, Kansas red wheats are 3 to 4 percentage units higher in protein and similar in energy to corn. In addition, mill run wheat is usually drier and …
Feeding Wheat to Beef Cattle | NDSU Agriculture
WEBSelf-feeding wheat should be avoided. In addition to limiting the level of wheat fed, feeding with other grains such as corn, coarse processing, adapting cattle slowly and good bunk management have been shown to be helpful when utilizing wheat in the ration.
Wheat vs. Corn — What’s the Difference?
WEBSep 19, 2023 · Wheat is a cereal grain for bread, pasta, and pastries. Corn, also known as maize, is a versatile grain used in various forms like cornmeal, corn syrup, and as a vegetable. Both staple crops differ in their uses, nutritional profiles, and conditions.