Feeding corn will increase the percent protein and energy level. September to January. January to March. This last 50 days of gestation is crucial. But especially in January and February, pastures may look poor and be low in protein.
Some whole cottonseed can help with nutrition needs.
February to July. The first eight weeks of lactation is a critical time in which protein and energy are important. Beyond guidelines for those five periods, Laughlin suggested that producers always be alert to nitrate and prussic acid poisoning. Nitrate occurs in older leaves and lower parts in all plants. It can surface when animals consume lower plant parts.