Show Shrinkage in Weight of Shipping Steers When steers are shipped to market there is always some shrinkage or loss in weight. By proper handling it is possible to reduce this loss. Steers which have been getting a full feed of corn and alfalfa hay should have their grain somewhat reduced a day or two before shipping and given mostly prairie hay or fodder in place of alfalfa. Steers which have been getting a good deal of silage should be fed dry fodder before shipment ship-ment to market. Arrange to ship so that the cattle will arrive at the stock yards during the night or early in the morning so they can take on a fill before the buyers bid on them. |