What Do Steers Eat?
Steers eat mostly pasture and hay, with grain added to finish beef cattle, plus minerals and water.
Farm Animals
Rumitech Cattle Feed Additive: What It Is and What Harbro Claims
Rumitech is Harbro’s essential-oil feed additive for cattle and sheep. Here is what the maker claims about feed efficiency, fertility and methane, and what to ask before buying.
How to Calculate and Record Your Cattle Feed Bunk Design
Plan cattle feed bunk space, pick a bunk style, and keep daily records of feed and bunk scores so you can adjust feeding with confidence.
Optimal Calcium to Phosphorus Ratio in Cattle
Most beef and dairy diets aim for a calcium to phosphorus ratio of about 1.5:1 to 2:1. Learn why the ratio matters, sources and how to supplement safely.
What Do Leaf Cutter Bees Eat?
Leafcutter bees don’t eat leaves. They drink nectar and feed their young pollen, using cut leaf pieces to build nest cells.
Alpaca Vitamin Injections
Vitamin injections can help alpacas with a confirmed deficiency, but dosing is risky. Here is what to ask your vet and why not to DIY.
What Vegetables Can Alpacas Eat?
Alpacas can have small amounts of chopped vegetables like carrots and pumpkin as treats, but grass and hay should be their main diet. Here are safe choices and what to avoid.
Alpaca Vitamin D Supplements
Alpacas can run low on vitamin D in winter. Learn the risks, the signs of rickets and why your vet should set any supplement plan.
What Do Feedlot Cattle Eat? The Truth May Surprise You!
Feedlot cattle eat a ration of grain, forage, protein supplement, vitamins and minerals. Here is what is in a typical finishing diet and why.
Best Treats For Llamas
Safe treats for llamas, how much to give, and which foods to avoid. Small pieces of carrot, apple, pear and greens work well.