Compiled by Dale Zobell and C. Kim Chapman. USU Extension's Ranch to Rail program provides information to cattle producers on post-weaning feedlot performance and carcass data that enable them to better market their calf crop. Beef Cattle Implants. Dale ZoBell, C. Kim Chapman, Kevin Heaton, Carl Birkelo. Using growth promoting implants is one of the most effective methods of enhancing cattle gain and efficiency of gain.
Implants enhance protein deposition while diminishing fat accretion.
Properly designed implant programs should take into account animal age, sex, weight, breed and market objective. Meat and animal products from cattle implanted with growth promotants are as safe and acceptable as comparable products derived from nonimplanted cattle. David D. Frame. A weekly growth curve for hens and toms grown at the USU Turkey Research Center and processed at light weight is illustrated to serve as a benchmark for Utah turkey growers. David D. Frame.