Beef feeds tailored to your needs

WW Feed & Supply has a full line of manufactured feeds for the beef industry from Purina Mills and ADM Alliance Nutrition, plus we CUSTOM mix on a daily basis for our customer.

Supplementation is important since typical protein levels of dry winter grama grass are 3 to 6%. Since even dry cows in mid-gestation need a minimum of 7% protein for efficient digestion of forage and to maintain themselves and their growing fetus, supplementation of some sort is necessary. As winter progresses and calving time approaches those needs rise to about 8%. After calving, as the cow starts milking, protein needs rise to 9 to10% of the total diet. First-calf heifers, heavy-milking cows and cows in thin body condition may require more supplementation.

Thus, one of the main questions that cattlemen should be asking is how to provide that protein most economically and conveniently. We’d like to help you explore options:

  • Liquid feed – Mix 30 is a high-energy alternative to the typical urea and molasses liquid feeds. Mix 30 is a natural, palatable, consistent and nutrient-rich blend of corn and soy ingredients. This liquid feed, which supplies a combination of protein and energy, appears to be an economical option this year. We deliver by the semi load, you can check out one of our transport trailers or you can pick it up in your own container.
  • Cubes – We will have 20% cubes available, as well as mid and high protein options, depending on your needs. Our cubes are manufactured by either Purina or ADM, so quality control of both ingredients and finished product is excellent, but the prices are quite competitive. We can deliver truckloads of cubes, bag or bulk, direct to your ranch or we keep bagged and bulk product in inventory at the feedstore. We even sell T&S Trip Hopper cube feeders to help you measure out the appropriate amount of daily feed.
  • Tubs – The most convenient way to provide protein is with self-fed protein tubs, however tubs are usually the most expensive option. We carry fortified 30% protein and 20% protein cow tubs.
  • Hay – Alfalfa is the polar opposite of tubs. Depending on price and quality, alfalfa may be a good way to stretch grass supplies. However, hay requires time, labor, and regular pasture trips with the hidden costs for high-priced fuel, oil & tires. Don’t ignore the opportunity if hay is cheap this winter, but don’t forget to calculate all the costs of handling and delivering that hay when you are figuring out your best option.