Myers, S.E., et al. Comparison of three weaning ages on cow-calf performance and steer carcass traits. Soybean hulls, corn gluten feed and other byproducts of the milling and brewing industry are often economical alternatives for creep rations. Ground milo can be substituted pound for pound for shelled corn. Ground wheat can replace up to 50 percent of the total grain in a creep ration.
Cottonseed meal can replace soybean meal in creep rations.
It will supply more fiber and phosphorus than soybean meal. G2060 - Revised Jan. 15, 1996. If planning to early wean calves, talk to your vet about pre-weaning vaccination. Plan for your winter feed supply. Test hay, compare prices per unit of nutrient value, consider pre-purchasing alternative feeds such as corn grain, corn gluten, soy hulls.