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Is it better to feed high protein or lower protein?
 

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everything is relative, too much they bulk up to quick (fat) too little and they don't grow well... protien builds muscle, muscle translates into meat!... protien runs around 16% in our feed but we suppliment with corn, soy beans and wheat becuase one of our employees works at the grain docks and we get it dirt cheap.
 

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Above 16% will slow down growth rate, they need a balance of protein, fiber and fat. for growth.
 

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Ok so imma stick with the 13% instead of the 20%Thanks
 
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