Learning Objectives
1. Master dairy cattle formulations (16% protein, milk production focused)
2. Create beef cattle formulations (12-14% protein, growth focused)
3. Source quality ingredients from local & regional suppliers
4. Understand mineral ratios for calcium, phosphorus, magnesium
5. Calculate cost per kg for different cattle types
6. Adjust formulations based on seasonal ingredient availability
Video 1: Dairy Cattle Feed Formulation (Part 1)
Video 2: Dairy Cow Nutrition Fundamentals
Video 3: Feed Level in Dairy Formulation
Video 4: Beef Cattle Nutrition & Growth Formulations
Video 5: Advanced Formulation Using Pearson's Square
FORMULA 1: Dairy Cattle - 16% Protein (High Milk Production)
| Ingredient | % in Mix | kg per 100 | Cost/kg | Total Cost | Protein % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maize Grain | 50% | 50 kg | $0.15 | $7.50 | 8% |
| Soybean Meal (45%) | 20% | 20 kg | $0.42 | $8.40 | 45% |
| Maize Bran | 20% | 20 kg | $0.10 | $2.00 | 11% |
| Bone Meal | 5% | 5 kg | $0.32 | $1.60 | 0% |
| Limestone | 3% | 3 kg | $0.12 | $0.36 | 0% |
| Salt | 2% | 2 kg | $0.07 | $0.14 | 0% |
| TOTAL | 100% | 100 kg | — | $20.00 | 16.4% |
Cost per kg: $0.60 | Farmer profit: $0.20-0.90/kg
FORMULA 2: Beef Cattle - 12% Protein (Growth/Maintenance)
| Ingredient | % in Mix | kg per 100 | Cost/kg | Total Cost | Protein % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maize Grain | 60% | 60 kg | $0.15 | $9.00 | 8% |
| Soybean Meal (45%) | 10% | 10 kg | $0.42 | $4.20 | 45% |
| Maize Bran | 20% | 20 kg | $0.10 | $2.00 | 11% |
| Bone Meal | 5% | 5 kg | $0.32 | $1.60 | 0% |
| Limestone | 3% | 3 kg | $0.12 | $0.36 | 0% |
| Salt | 2% | 2 kg | $0.07 | $0.14 | 0% |
| TOTAL | 100% | 100 kg | — | $17.30 | 12.3% |
Cost per kg: $0.52 | Lower cost for beef producers
Ingredient Sourcing by Region
| Ingredient | Primary Sources | Seasonal Availability | Bulk Discount Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maize Grain | Grain mills, farmers, cooperatives | Year-round (post-harvest: Aug-Oct) | 500 kg minimum |
| Soybean Meal | Animal feed distributors | Year-round | 250 kg minimum |
| Maize Bran | Grain mills, flour mills | Year-round (cheap in season) | 300 kg minimum |
| Bone Meal | Abattoirs, bone grinders, suppliers | Year-round (seasonal pricing) | 100 kg minimum |
| Limestone | Quarries, agricultural suppliers | Year-round | 500 kg minimum |
| Salt | Salt producers, wholesalers | Year-round | 100 kg minimum |
4 Module Knowledge Check Questions
- What protein percentage is optimal for dairy cattle? (Answer: 16%)
- What is the cost per kg for Formula 1 (Dairy)? (Answer: $0.60)
- What is the cost per kg for Formula 2 (Beef)? (Answer: $0.52)
- What is the main protein source in cattle feed? (Answer: Soybean Meal)