Cow, Sheep, Goat and Hog Feeds

A quick list of the feeds we keep in stock and their protein percentages:

  • Dairy Tex 15%
  • Sheep Tex 14%
  • Lamb Starter Pellets 18%
  • Goat Tex 15%
  • Hog Grower / Sow Pellets 15%
  • Pig Starter Pellets 20%

If the feed you need is not listed here, don’t worry! Send us an email and we will try to order it in.

A more in-depth description and analysis of the above feeds can be found below:

15% Dairy Tex

Dairy Feed Bag

Feeding Instructions:

Feed 15% Dairy Tex in combination with good quality forage.  For milking cows, feed at the average rate of 1.0 kg of feed for every 2.5 to 3.0 kg of milk in combination with good quality forage.  When forage is poor, increase the amount of concentrate.  For dairy cows, the concentrate portion of the diet should constitute a maximum of 60% of the total diet.  Always provide access to clean, fresh water.

 The following table indicates the maximum allowable daily intake of 15% Dairy Tex for different body weights:

Body weight (kg)400500600700
Maximum Daily Intake (kg) (as fed)  8.010.012.012.8

Caution: 

  • Directions for use must be carefully followed.
  • Do not use this feed in association with another feed containing supplemental Selenium.

This feed contains added Selenium at 0.55 mg/kg.

Feed Analysis:

Crude Protein (min)15.0%Phosphorus (act)0.7%
Crude Fat (min)2.0%Vitamin A (min)13,500 IU/kg
Crude Fibre (max)10.0%Vitamin D (min)2,500 IU/kg
Sodium (act)0.4%Vitamin E (min)50 IU/kg
Calcium (act)1.3%

14% Sheep Tex

Feeding Instructions:

Dry Ewes: 14% Sheep Tex may be fed to dry ewes at 0.25 – 1.0 kg per head per day in association with forage. The required feeding amount of 14% Textured Sheep Feed will depend on body weight, condition, stage of gesta¬tion and quality of forage.
Nursing Ewes: Gradually increase the amount of 14% Textured Sheep Feed to 1.0 – 2.0 kg per head per day in associa¬tion with forage. The amount of 14% Textured Sheep Feed required will depend on body weight, condition, stage of gestation and quality of forage.
Always provide salt free-choice and pro¬vide clean water.

Caution: 

Directions for use must be carefully followed.
Do not use this feed in association with another feed, grain ration, supplement, or premix containing supplemental selenium.
Note: Sheep are susceptible to copper deficiency and copper toxicosis. Consult a qualified nutritionists or veterinarian to determine suitability of this feed to local conditions.

Feed Analysis:

Crude Protein (min)14.0%Copper8 mg/kg
Crude Fat (min)2.0%Phosphorus (act)0.6%
Crude Fibre (max)10.0%Vitamin A (min)10,000 IU/kg
Sodium (act)0.4%Vitamin D (min)2,500 IU/kg
Calcium (act)1.0% Vitamin E (min) 20 IU/kg

18% Lamb Starter Pellet

Feeding Instructions:

Feed to lambs 2-6 weeks old, along with good quality alfalfa. Always provide salt free-choice and provide clean water.

Caution: 

1. Directions for used must be carefully followed.
2. Do not use this feed in association with another grain ration, supplemental or premix containing supplemental selenium

Note:
Sheep are susceptible to copper deficiency and copper toxicosis. Consult a qualified nutritionist or veterinarian to determine suitability of this feed to local conditions.

Feed Analysis:

Crude Protein (min)18.0%Copper8 mg/kg
Crude Fat (min)2.0%Phosphorus (act)0.6%
Crude Fibre (max)10.0%Vitamin A (min)9,900 IU/kg
Sodium (act)0.3%Vitamin D (min)3,3000 IU/kg
Calcium (act)0.95%Vitamin E (min) 30 IU/kg

15% Goat Tex

Feeding Instructions:

Feed to growing and mature goats along with good quality forage and ample access to clean fresh water.

Caution: 
Directions for use must be carefully followed.
Do not use this feed in association with another feed, grain ration, supplement, or premix containing supplemental selenium. 

Feed Analysis:

Crude Protein (min)15.0%Phosphorus (act)0.6%
Crude Fat (min)2.0%Vitamin A (min)8,000 IU/kg
Crude Fibre (max)10.0%Vitamin D (min)2,500 IU/kg
Sodium (act)0.3%Vitamin E (min)30 IU/kg
Calcium (act)0.8%

15% Hog Grower / Sow Pellets

Swine Feed Bag

Directions For Use:

Following Pro-Form 18% Pig Starter, feed Pro-Form 15% Hog Grower/Sow Pellets from approximately 30 kgs body weight through to finish.  Offer Pro-Form 15% Hog Grower/Sow Pellets to dry sows at the rate of 1.8-2.2 kg per head per day, depending on body weight and condition.  Avoid too-fat sows or too-lean sows.  Lactation sows should be full fed.  Always provide clean, fresh water.  For more information, refer to the Pro-Form Feeds Pig Feeding Guide available at your local Pro-Form Feeds Dealer.

Caution: Directions for use must be carefully followed.

This feed contains added Selenium at 0.3 mg/kg.

Feed Analysis:

Crude Protein (min) 15.0%Zinc (act)150 mg/kg
Crude Fat (min)3.0%Copper (act)125 mg/kg
Crude Fibre (max)8.0%Vitamin A (min)8,000 IU/kg
Sodium (act) 0.2%Vitamin D (min)1,500 IU/kg
Calcium (act)0.95%Vitamin E (min)30 IU/kg
Phosphorus (act)0.7%

HP Pig Starter Pellets

Swine Feed Bag

Directions For Use:

Feed as the sole ration to piglets from approximately 8 kg bodyweight up to 25 kgs bodyweight. It is expected that pigs will consume approximately 4% of their body weight per day. At 25 kgs body weight, transition to a growing pig diet. Always provide clean, fresh water and maintain good management practices.

Guaranteed Analysis:

Crude Protein (min) 20.0%Zinc (act)416 mg/kg
Crude Fat (min)3.5%Copper (act)125 mg/kg
Crude Fibre (max)3.0%Vitamin A (min)10,000 IU/kg
Sodium (act) 0.20%Vitamin D (min)1,500 IU/kg
Calcium (act)0.85%Vitamin E (min)84 IU/kg
Phosphorus (act)0.59%