What do you feed a beef cow?

1. Forage:

- Grasses: Bermuda grass, fescue, or ryegrass

- Legumes: alfalfa, clover, or lespedeza

- Cereal grains: corn or sorghum silage

2. Concentrates:

- Corn or barley

- Soybean meal

- Wheat middlings

- Molasses

- Protein supplements

- Mineral and vitamin premixes

3. Other Feeds:

- Hay

- Straw

- Stover (corn or sorghum stalks)

- By-products from food processing (such as beet pulp or citrus pulp)

- Crop residues (such as cornstalks or wheat straw)

The specific diet for a beef cow will depend on several factors, including:

- The cow's age and stage of production (e.g., pregnant, lactating, or growing).

- The quality and availability of forages and concentrates.

- The desired level of production (e.g., growth rate, milk production).

- Environmental factors (such as climate and soil type).

To ensure optimal health and productivity, it's important to consult with a veterinarian or animal nutritionist to develop a balanced diet that meets the specific needs of your beef cows.