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Corn
Corn is a major cereal grain used in livestock diets. Corn can be considered the “gold” standard for cereal grains because it is widely used and actively traded on the major markets. It has the qualities of being very palatable, a good energy source, and low in fiber. Corn can be fed to a variety of animal species with minimal processing.
Wheat
Wheat contains excellent nutritional qualities. It’s important to avoid over-processing wheat, because of its tendency to flour and form fine particles. Over-processing will also reduce its palatability. Using wheat in diets tends to improve the pellet quality.
Milo
Sorghum (milo) is used in livestock diets to supply energy. The energy and protein content of sorghum is similar to that of corn, so it can be used in a similar fashion as corn. Sorghum is more drought tolerant than corn, so it is grown in areas where rainfall limits corn production. The nutrient content of sorghum may vary somewhat by region, varieties, and growing conditions. Sorghum should be processed before use in animal diets.
Barley
Barley is used in livestock diets to supply energy and protein. It contains slightly more crude protein and fiber than corn, but slightly less energy than corn. Barley is palatable and can be used in many animal diets. Barley should be ground/milled before use in all animal diets.
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