Dry and wet citrus pulp has been used in Florida for years. Citrus pulp contains six to eight percent crude protein, and is similar in energy value to mosasses on a dry matter basis. Palatability of whole cottonseed can be a problem until cattle develop a taste for it. Due to the presence of gossypol in unprocessed cottonseed, feeding levels should not exceed three to five lbs. Corn, soybean hulls, wheat midds, or citrus pulp can be mixed with whole cottonseed to provide a winter supplement.
Broiler litter can be a cost-effective source of supplemental protein.
Other energy feeds such as corn, soybean hulls, wheat midds or citrus pulp should be mixed with broiler litter to provide a complete supplement. Back to the Range Cattle Research and Education Center Home Page Back to the Publications Page Back to the Ona Reports Page.