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  • Effects of increasing soybean hulls in finishing diets with wet or modified Distillers Grains plus solubles on performance and carcass characteristics of beef steers
    The Professional Animal Scientist, 2016
    Co-Authors: Curtis J. Bittner, Brandon L. Nuttelman, Dirk B. Burken, Leslie J. Johnson, T. L. Mader, Cody J. Schneider, Terry J. Klopfenstein, Galen E. Erickson
    Abstract:

    ABSTRACT Two experiments evaluated feeding soybean hulls (SBH) in finishing diets that contain Distillers Grains plus solubles on performance and carcass characteristics. Dietary concentrations of SBH were 0, 12.5, 25, and 37.5% of diet DM. In Exp. 1, 167 crossbred yearling steers (395 ± 22 kg of BW) were fed for 117 d in a randomized block design in which pelleted SBH replaced dry-rolled corn. All diets contained 25% modified Distillers Grains plus solubles, 15% corn silage, and 5% liquid supplement. As SBH concentration increased, DMI decreased linearly (P = 0.04). Gain and G:F decreased linearly (P

  • Comparing Wet and Dry Distillers Grains Plus Solublesfor Yearling Finishing Cattle
    2013
    Co-Authors: Brandon L. Nuttelman, Dirk B. Burken, C.j. Schneider Schneider, Galen E. Erickson, Terry J. Klopfenstein
    Abstract:

    Long yearling steers were used to compare wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS) and dried Distillers Grains plus solubles (DDGS) to a corn control (CON) when included at 35% of diet DM in finishing diets. Final BW was heavier (P = 0.03) for WDGS and DDGS as a result of increased (P < 0.01) ADG. Intakes were not different (P = 0.33) among treatments. Cattle fed WDGS were most efficient, DDGS intermediate, and CON the least efficient. The feeding values were 31.3 and 21.5% greater for WDGS and DDGS than corn, respectively.

  • Effect of Storage Method on Nutrient Composition andDry Matter Loss of Wet Distillers Grains
    2012
    Co-Authors: Jana L. Harding, Jessica E. Cornelius, Adam L. Shreck, Kelsey Rolfe, Galen E. Erickson, Terry J. Klopfenstein
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    Storage of Distillers Grains plus solubles was studied using 55-gallon barrels to mimic bunker storage. Six different cover treatments were evaluated when wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS) and straw were stored, or modified Distillers Grains plus solubles (MDGS) alone was stored for 60 days in 55-gallon barrels. Covering with plastic minimized spoilage (8%), and plastic or solubles as cover decreased DM loss (3-5%). Barrels filled with WDGS alone and uncovered were evaluated over 140 days of storage. With time, DM loss increased from 5 to 22%, while spoilage increased from 6 to 12%.

  • Wet Distillers Grains and Ratios of Steam-Flakedand Dry-Rolled Corn
    2012
    Co-Authors: Cody A. Nichols, Brandon L. Sorensen, Karla H. Jenkins, Stephanie A Furman, Kathryn J Hanford, Matt K. Luebbe, Galen E. Erickson, Terry J. Klopfenstein
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    Feeding different ratios of dryrolled corn (DRC) and steam-flaked corn (SFC) in diets that contain 0 or 35% wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS) was evaluated. As SFC replaced DRC in diets containing no WDGS, F:G improved. Varying SFC and DRC ratio in diets containing 35% WDGS did not impact F:G. Feeding WDGS increased hot carcass weight, and fat depth while feeding different ratios of corn impacted marbling deposition. Wet Distillers Grains appears to reduce the positive impacts of feeding SFC in finishing diets when included at 35% of diet DM. Introduction

  • Feeding Modified Distillers Grains With Solublesand Wet Corn Gluten Feed (Synergy) to Adapt Cattleto Finishing Diets
    2012
    Co-Authors: Marco G. Dib, Jhones O. Sarturi, Kelsey Rolfe, Terry J. Klopfenstein, Galen E. Erickson, Ron Lindquist
    Abstract:

    An experiment with 236 steers and eight pens per treatment (14 or 15 steers/pen) evaluated two grain adaptation treatments. Treatments included adapting steers by decreasing alfalfa (CON) or decreasing a combination of Distillers Grains and corn gluten feed (SYNERGY) followed by feeding a common finishing diet to slaughter. Performance and carcass traits did not differ between adaptation systems. A combination of MDGS and SYNERGY can be used to adapt beef cattle to feedlot diets with efficacy of the traditional, foragebased method.

Galen E. Erickson - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Effects of increasing soybean hulls in finishing diets with wet or modified Distillers Grains plus solubles on performance and carcass characteristics of beef steers
    The Professional Animal Scientist, 2016
    Co-Authors: Curtis J. Bittner, Brandon L. Nuttelman, Dirk B. Burken, Leslie J. Johnson, T. L. Mader, Cody J. Schneider, Terry J. Klopfenstein, Galen E. Erickson
    Abstract:

    ABSTRACT Two experiments evaluated feeding soybean hulls (SBH) in finishing diets that contain Distillers Grains plus solubles on performance and carcass characteristics. Dietary concentrations of SBH were 0, 12.5, 25, and 37.5% of diet DM. In Exp. 1, 167 crossbred yearling steers (395 ± 22 kg of BW) were fed for 117 d in a randomized block design in which pelleted SBH replaced dry-rolled corn. All diets contained 25% modified Distillers Grains plus solubles, 15% corn silage, and 5% liquid supplement. As SBH concentration increased, DMI decreased linearly (P = 0.04). Gain and G:F decreased linearly (P

  • Energy Value of De-Oiled Modified Distillers Grains Plus Solubles in a Forage-Based Diet
    2014
    Co-Authors: Meredith L. Bremer, James C Macdonald, Dirk B. Burken, Andrea K. Watson, Galen E. Erickson
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    Sixty individually fed steers were used to determine the effects of feeding de-oiled modified Distillers Grains plus solubles (MDGS) on steer performance in an 84-day forage-based growing study. De-oiled MDGS did not significantly alter performance when compared to normal MDGS if fed at the same concentration in growing diets. Inclusion of either de-oiled or normal MDGS at 40% of the diet resulted in improved ending BW, DMI, ADG, and F:G as compared to inclusion of 20% MDGS in the diet.

  • Comparing Wet and Dry Distillers Grains Plus Solublesfor Yearling Finishing Cattle
    2013
    Co-Authors: Brandon L. Nuttelman, Dirk B. Burken, C.j. Schneider Schneider, Galen E. Erickson, Terry J. Klopfenstein
    Abstract:

    Long yearling steers were used to compare wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS) and dried Distillers Grains plus solubles (DDGS) to a corn control (CON) when included at 35% of diet DM in finishing diets. Final BW was heavier (P = 0.03) for WDGS and DDGS as a result of increased (P < 0.01) ADG. Intakes were not different (P = 0.33) among treatments. Cattle fed WDGS were most efficient, DDGS intermediate, and CON the least efficient. The feeding values were 31.3 and 21.5% greater for WDGS and DDGS than corn, respectively.

  • Feeding Modified Distillers Grains With Solublesand Wet Corn Gluten Feed (Synergy) to Adapt Cattleto Finishing Diets
    2012
    Co-Authors: Marco G. Dib, Jhones O. Sarturi, Kelsey Rolfe, Terry J. Klopfenstein, Galen E. Erickson, Ron Lindquist
    Abstract:

    An experiment with 236 steers and eight pens per treatment (14 or 15 steers/pen) evaluated two grain adaptation treatments. Treatments included adapting steers by decreasing alfalfa (CON) or decreasing a combination of Distillers Grains and corn gluten feed (SYNERGY) followed by feeding a common finishing diet to slaughter. Performance and carcass traits did not differ between adaptation systems. A combination of MDGS and SYNERGY can be used to adapt beef cattle to feedlot diets with efficacy of the traditional, foragebased method.

  • Effect on Performance and Nutrient Mass Balance of FeedingMicro-Aid in Wet Distillers Grains Plus Solubles Diets
    2012
    Co-Authors: Annie J. Doerr, Brandon L. Nuttelman, William A Griffin, Terry J. Klopfenstein, Joshua R. Benton, Galen E. Erickson, Mike J. Rincker
    Abstract:

    Finishing cattle performance and mass balance were evaluated when Micro -Aid® was fed in diets containing wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS). There was no difference in performance and carcass characteristics between treatments. In a WINTER experiment, cattle fed Micro-Aid had a greater amount of OM and DM removed in manure. Micro-Aid in the diet increased the amount of manure N and decreased N losses in the WINTER. There was no difference in N excreted in manure or lost via volatilization in the SUMMER experiment.

David J Schingoethe - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Response of lactating dairy cows to dietary protein from canola meal or Distillers’ Grains on dry matter intake, milk production, milk composition, and amino acid status
    Canadian Journal of Animal Science, 2015
    Co-Authors: I. P. Acharya, Kenneth Kalscheur, David J Schingoethe, David P. Casper
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    Acharya I. P., Schingoethe D. J., Kalscheur K. F. and Casper D. P. 2015. Response of lactating dairy cows to dietary protein from canola meal or Distillers’ Grains on dry matter intake, milk production, milk composition, and amino acid status. Can. J. Anim. Sci. 95: 267–279. A study was conducted to determine the response of feeding two different crude protein (CP) concentrations [low protein (LP, 14.3% CP) and high protein (HP, 16.3% CP)] and sources of protein [canola meal (CM) and high-protein dried Distillers’ Grains (HPDDG)] on dry matter intake, milk production and composition, and amino acid (AA) status of high producing dairy cows. Sixteen Holstein cows were used in a replicated 4×4 Latin square having a 2×2 factorial arrangement of treatments. All diets contained 55% forage (50% alfalfa hay and 50% corn silage) and 45% concentrate. Diets were formulated to contain LP with CM, LP with HPDDG, HP with CM and HP with HPDDG. Experimental feeding periods were 4 wk with data collected during weeks 3 and...

  • Response of lactating dairy cows to high protein Distillers Grains or 3 other protein supplements
    Journal of Dairy Science, 2010
    Co-Authors: K. A. Christen, Kenneth Kalscheur, K. Karges, David J Schingoethe, Arnold R. Hippen, M. L. Gibson
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    Abstract This study compared high protein dried Distillers Grains (HPDDG) with soybean meal (SBM), canola meal (CM), and dried Distillers Grains with solubles (DDGS) as protein supplements in dairy diets. A lactation trial used 12 multiparous cows averaging 78 d in milk at the start of the experiment in a 4 × 4 Latin square design with 28-d periods. Weeks 1 and 2 of each period were used for adjustment and wk 3 and 4 for data collection. Each treatment diet consisted of 55% forage and one of the 4 protein supplements in a concentrate mix. Total mixed diets averaged 15.3% crude protein, with 38% of the protein from one of the 4 protein supplements. Dry matter intake (24.4 kg/d) and crude protein intake (3.57 kg/d) were similar for all 4 diets. Milk production (31.8 kg/d), protein yield (1.05 kg/d), fat yield (1.29 kg/d), and protein percentage (3.31) were similar for all 4 treatment diets. Milk fat percentage was lower when fed DDGS (3.78) than when fed SBM or HPDDG (4.21), but similar with CM (4.07). Feed efficiency (1.44kg of energy-corrected milk/kg of dry matter intake) and nitrogen efficiency (0.29) were not affected by diet. Total milk nitrogen and true milk protein were highest when fed the HPDDG diet. Molar proportions of acetate, propionate, and the acetate to propionate ratio in ruminal contents and ruminal ammonia concentrations were similar for all diets. Arterial and venous concentrations of total essential AA tended to be lower when fed CM, reflecting lower concentrations of His, Ile, Leu, and Val when fed the CM diet. Extraction efficiency of AA from blood by the mammary gland indicated that Met was the first limiting AA when fed the SBM diet, whereas Lys was first limiting for the other diets. Phenylalanine was third limiting with all diets. Feeding HPDDG was equally as effective as feeding SBM, CM, and regular Distillers Grains as a protein supplement for lactating cows.

  • Can We Feed More Distillers Grains
    2006
    Co-Authors: David J Schingoethe
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    Distillers Grains is a very good protein source (>30% crude protein) which is high in ruminally undegradable protein and is very good energy source (NE L ~1.02 Mcal/lb of dry matter; [DM]) for lactating cows and growing cattle. The modest fat concentration (10 to 12% of DM) and the readily digestible fiber (39% neutral detergent fiber; NDF) contribute to the high energy in Distillers Grains. The current large supply and competitive prices for Distillers Grains make it economically attractive to feed as much as possible. One can easily formulate nutritionally balanced diets for lactating cows that contain approximately 20% of the ration DM as Distillers Grains, an amount that is more than the conservative amounts that some people recommend, but less than the 30 to 40% that has been fed in some dairy studies or the 40 to 50% that has been included in diets of finishing cattle. This presentation summarizes the results of feeding Distillers Grains, especially larger amounts, to dairy cattle, points out where the maximums may occur, and points to possible differences to consider when feeding wet versus dried Distillers Grains.

  • The energy content of wet corn Distillers Grains for lactating dairy cows.
    Journal of Dairy Science, 2004
    Co-Authors: C. P. Birkelo, M.j. Brouk, David J Schingoethe
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    Abstract Forty-five energy balances were completed with 12 multiparous, lactating Holstein cows in a study designed to determine the energy content of wet corn Distillers Grains. Treatments were applied in a repeated switchback design and consisted of total mixed diets containing 31.4% corn silage, 18.4% alfalfa hay, and either 30.7% rolled corn and 16.7% soybean meal or 17.0% rolled corn and 31.2% wet corn Distillers Grains (dry matter basis). Replacement of corn and soybean meal with wet corn Distillers Grains reduced dry matter intake 10.9% but did not affect milk production. Neither digestible nor metabolizable energy were affected by diet composition. Heat and milk energy output did not differ by diet, but body energy retained was 2.8 Mcal/d less in cows fed the wet corn Distillers Grains diet. Multiple regression estimates of maintenance metabolizable energy requirement and partial efficiencies of metabolizable energy used for lactation and body energy deposition did not differ by diet. Pooled estimates were 136.2, 0.66, and 0.85, kcal of metabolizable energy/body weight 0.75 per day, respectively. Calculated by difference, wet corn Distillers Grains was estimated to contain 4.09, 3.36, and 2.27 Mcal/kg of dry matter as digestible, metabolizable, and lactational net energy, respectively. These energy estimates were 7 to 11% and 10 to 15%, respectively, greater than those reported for dried corn Distillers Grains by the 1989 and 2001 dairy NRC publications.

  • Milk Production and Composition from Cows Fed Wet Corn Distillers Grains
    Journal of Dairy Science, 1999
    Co-Authors: David J Schingoethe, M.j. Brouk, C. P. Birkelo
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    Twelve lactating Holstein cows were utilized in a repeated switchback design to evaluate milk production and milk fat composition responses to wet corn Distillers Grains. Total mixed diets consisted of 31.4% corn silage, 18.4% alfalfa hay, and either 50.2% of a concentrate mix that contained mostly corn and soybean meal or 19.4% of a concentrate mix that contained mostly corn and 31.2% wet corn Distillers Grains. The first 4 wk of each 6-wk period were for adaptation to diets; data were collected during wk 5 and 6 of each period. Although dry matter intake (22.1 vs. 19.7 kg/d) was lower when cows were fed the wet corn Distillers Grains diet, milk production (30.7 vs. 30.8 kg/d) was similar for cows fed both diets. Milk fat (3.60 vs. 3.85%) was slightly higher, and protein (3.06 vs. 2.84%) was lower, when cows were fed the wet corn Distillers Grains diet. Milk fat from cows fed wet corn Distillers Grains contained lower concentrations of saturated fatty acids and higher concentrations of long-chain and unsaturated fatty acids. The feeding of wet corn Distillers Grains increased the proportion of unsaturated fatty acids in milk fat without changing milk production.

James S. Drouillard - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Effects of Distillers Grains with high sulfur concentration on ruminal fermentation and digestibility of finishing diets
    Journal of Animal Science, 2011
    Co-Authors: S. Uwituze, James J Higgins, G.l. Parsons, K.k. Karges, Larry C. Hollis, M. L. Gibson, James S. Drouillard
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    S. Uwituze, G. L. Parsons, K. K. Karges, M. L. Gibson, L. C. Hollis, J. J. Higgins and J. S. digestibility of finishing diets Effects of Distillers Grains with high sulfur concentration on ruminal fermentation and published online April 21, 2011 J ANIM SCI http://jas.fass.org/content/early/2011/04/21/jas.2010-3401 the World Wide Web at: The online version of this article, along with updated information and services, is located on

  • High sulfur content in Distillers Grains altersruminal fermentation and diet digestibility inbeef steers
    Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports, 2010
    Co-Authors: S. Uwituze, G.l. Parsons, K.k. Karges, Larry C. Hollis, M. L. Gibson, James S. Drouillard
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    Introduction Requirements for elemental sulfur in feedlot diets have been established to be approximately 0.15% with a maximum upper threshold of 0.40% of diet dry matter. Feeding ethanol fermentation by-products, such as Distillers Grains with solubles, that are high in sulfur can result in dietary sulfur levels that exceed the recommended maximum. Previous studies indicated that dietary sulfur influenced the site and extent of fiber and protein digestion. The objective of this study was to evaluate ruminal fermentation characteristics and diet digestibility when 30% (dry matter basis) dried Distillers Grains with solubles with various levels of sulfur was incorporated into finishing diets based on steam-flaked corn or dry-rolled corn.

  • Distillers Grains do not change carcass composition but change some fatty acids when added to finishing diet
    Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports, 2009
    Co-Authors: Polly Black, G.l. Parsons, M.k. Shelor, K.k. Karges, J. Scott Smith, M. L. Gibson, Michael E. Dikeman, James S. Drouillard
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    Introduction Distillers Grains are a by-product of ethanol production and have become increasingly available in recent years. Some research has revealed negative effects of Distillers Grains on quality and yield grades. Distillers Grains contain substantial amounts of unsaturated fats and therefore could alter the ratios of saturated and unsaturated fats to achieve a more desirable composition in beef. Heterocyclic amines are the carcinogenic compounds released during high-temperature grilling of meat and would be increased if fat composition is changed. Our objectives were to evaluate effects of feeding Distillers Grains on carcass fatness, fatty acid profiles, and formation of heterocyclic amines.

  • Higher ruminal pH increases in vitro digestion of diets containing dried Distillers Grains with solubles
    Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports, 2009
    Co-Authors: S. Uwituze, J.m. Heidenreich, James S. Drouillard
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    Introduction Advantages of steam flaking grain are less with respect to growth performance and diet digestion when a portion of Distillers Grains is substituted for grain. Ruminal pH typically is lower in cattle fed flaked-grain diets than in cattle fed rolled-grain diets. Ruminal pH for cattle fed finishing diets based on steam-flaked corn is observed below pH 6.0. Previous research observed a 5% decrease in digestion of organic matter when 13% Distillers Grains (dry-matter basis) was added to steam-flaked corn finishing diets. A decline in ruminal pH below 6.2 reduces activity of ruminal fiber-digesting organisms. Furthermore, ruminal protein digestion declines with pH below 5.5. It is plausible that low ruminal pH may restrict digestion of Distillers Grains in flaked-grain diets. The objective of this study was to examine effects of pH on in vitro fermentative activity of ruminal contents from cattle adapted to a finishing diet containing 25% dried Distillers Grains (dry-matter basis).

  • Feeding steam-flaked diets with and without dry-rolled corn and dried Distillers Grains results in similar feedlot performance
    Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports, 2009
    Co-Authors: P.l. Black, G.l. Parsons, M.k. Shelor, K.k. Karges, Christopher D. Reinhardt, M. L. Gibson, James S. Drouillard
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    Introduction Increased ethanol production in the United States has increased availability of by-products, giving producers an alternative to cereal Grains. The by-product we evaluated was dried corn Distillers Grains with solubles. Research has been conducted at Kansas State University to evaluate the quantity of Distillers Grains that can be added to a finishing diet without negatively affecting feedlot performance or carcass value. Feeding cattle Distillers Grains is an important option for feedlots to consider. The second issue that has arisen is the energy costs associated with processing Grains. In Kansas, two of the more common methods for processing Grains are steam flaking and dry rolling. Previous research has shown that the nutritive value of Distillers Grains can be influenced by grain processing method. This experiment was designed to evaluate feedlot performance and carcass merit in heifers fed flaked-corn diets with added dry-rolled corn and/or dried corn Distillers Grains.

Brandon L. Nuttelman - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Effects of increasing soybean hulls in finishing diets with wet or modified Distillers Grains plus solubles on performance and carcass characteristics of beef steers
    The Professional Animal Scientist, 2016
    Co-Authors: Curtis J. Bittner, Brandon L. Nuttelman, Dirk B. Burken, Leslie J. Johnson, T. L. Mader, Cody J. Schneider, Terry J. Klopfenstein, Galen E. Erickson
    Abstract:

    ABSTRACT Two experiments evaluated feeding soybean hulls (SBH) in finishing diets that contain Distillers Grains plus solubles on performance and carcass characteristics. Dietary concentrations of SBH were 0, 12.5, 25, and 37.5% of diet DM. In Exp. 1, 167 crossbred yearling steers (395 ± 22 kg of BW) were fed for 117 d in a randomized block design in which pelleted SBH replaced dry-rolled corn. All diets contained 25% modified Distillers Grains plus solubles, 15% corn silage, and 5% liquid supplement. As SBH concentration increased, DMI decreased linearly (P = 0.04). Gain and G:F decreased linearly (P

  • Comparing Wet and Dry Distillers Grains Plus Solublesfor Yearling Finishing Cattle
    2013
    Co-Authors: Brandon L. Nuttelman, Dirk B. Burken, C.j. Schneider Schneider, Galen E. Erickson, Terry J. Klopfenstein
    Abstract:

    Long yearling steers were used to compare wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS) and dried Distillers Grains plus solubles (DDGS) to a corn control (CON) when included at 35% of diet DM in finishing diets. Final BW was heavier (P = 0.03) for WDGS and DDGS as a result of increased (P < 0.01) ADG. Intakes were not different (P = 0.33) among treatments. Cattle fed WDGS were most efficient, DDGS intermediate, and CON the least efficient. The feeding values were 31.3 and 21.5% greater for WDGS and DDGS than corn, respectively.

  • Effects of drying Distillers Grains plus solubles on feedlot cattle performance and nutrient digestibility
    2013
    Co-Authors: Brandon L. Nuttelman
    Abstract:

    Two experiments were conducted to compare dry, wet, and modified (partially dried) Distillers Grains plus solubles (DGS) in yearling finishing cattle diets. During Exp. 1, crossbred, yearling steers (n=440; initial BW = 353 ± 19 kg) were used in a randomized block design with steers stratified within block, and assigned randomly to one of 55 pens (8 steers/pen). Pens were assigned randomly to one of ten treatments as a 3x3+1 factorial. Treatments included 3 concentrations (20, 30, or 40%) and 3 different types of DGS. A corn control was also fed. Types of DGS were: wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS, 34.8% DM), modified Distillers Grains plus solubles (MDGS, 50.6% DM), or dried Distillers Grains plus solubles (DDGS, 91.4% DM). In Exp. 2, yearling, crossbred steers (n=171; 362 ± 30 kg) were used in a randomized block design, stratified within block, and assigned randomly to one of 21 pens (8 or 9 steers/pen). Pens were assigned randomly to one of three treatments that consisted of: 1) corn-based control (CON); 2) 35% wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS, 34.6% DM); and 35% dried Distillers Grains plus solubles (DDGS, 88.2% DM). There were no DGS type by DGS concentration interactions (P > 0.16) in Exp. 1. No difference was observed for ADG (P = 0.49) among WDGS, MDGS, or DDGS treatments. Steers fed WDGS had 0.73 and 1.04 kg/d less (P 0.12) on carcass traits. A linear increase (P = 0.01) for DMI, quadratic response (P = 0.04) for ADG, and a linear increase (P < 0.01) for G:F were observed as DGS increased from 0 to 40%. Based on G:F, the feeding value of WDGS was 35.4 and 17.8% greater than DDGS and MDGS, respectively. Daily gain increased 0.23 and 0.20 kg/d for WDGS and DDGS,

  • Effect on Performance and Nutrient Mass Balance of FeedingMicro-Aid in Wet Distillers Grains Plus Solubles Diets
    2012
    Co-Authors: Annie J. Doerr, Brandon L. Nuttelman, William A Griffin, Terry J. Klopfenstein, Joshua R. Benton, Galen E. Erickson, Mike J. Rincker
    Abstract:

    Finishing cattle performance and mass balance were evaluated when Micro -Aid® was fed in diets containing wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS). There was no difference in performance and carcass characteristics between treatments. In a WINTER experiment, cattle fed Micro-Aid had a greater amount of OM and DM removed in manure. Micro-Aid in the diet increased the amount of manure N and decreased N losses in the WINTER. There was no difference in N excreted in manure or lost via volatilization in the SUMMER experiment.

  • Comparing Different Drying Methods for Distillers Grains and its Effects on Feedlot Cattle Performance
    2011
    Co-Authors: Brandon L. Nuttelman, William A Griffin, Galen E. Erickson, Terry J. Klopfenstein
    Abstract:

    An experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of drying Distillers Grains plus solubles on cattle performance. The control diet contained no Distillers Grains. The six additional diets contained 35% Distillers Grains that were 1) wet Distillers Grains plus solubles (WDGS), 2) dried Distillers Grains plus solubles (DDGS), 3) dried Distillers Grains plus wet solubles at time of feeding (DDG + Solubles), 4) dried Distillers Grains plus solubles plus water (DDGS + H 2 O), 5) modified Distillers Grains with solubles added prior to drier (MDGSPre), and 6) modified Distillers Grains with solubles added after the drier (MDGSPost). Cattle fed diets with Distillers Grains had greater ADG and DMI, and lower F:G than the diet with no Distillers Grains. Diets containing WDGS, MDGSPre, and MDGSPost had lower F:G than other treatments. Drying of solubles had little impact on the feeding value of Distillers Grains.