Baled vs. cubed alfalfa hay, for ewes and lambs

Bell, M

Baled vs. cubed alfalfa hay, for ewes and lambs

Author

Monte Bell

Author Affiliations

Fremont L. (Monte) Bell is Farm Advisor, University of California Agricultural Extension Service, Glenn and Butte counties.

Publication Information

Hilgardia 21(11):2-3. DOI:10.3733/ca.v021n11p2. November 1967.

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Abstract

Ewes and lambs fed cubed alfalfa wasted 10.5% less hay and gained 6.4 Ibs more per pair than those fed an equal amount and quality of baled hay, in this 44-day test—resulting in a $3.05-per-ton feed value advantage for the cubes.

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