3TAC
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Does anyone feed 18% protein pellet for faster weight gain on weaned/growing buns and then transition them to a 16% when they reach their mature weight?
18% to 16%
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We used to feed 16% but recently switched to 18%. Our plan to control weight gain on our older buns is to ration the feed or go to hay only. May eventually have to go back to 16% for them but really don't want to have to deal with 2 types of pellets. I will say by going to 18% we are already seeing much improved kit growth rates.
Gemma
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I wonder curiously 
why these numbers specifically?
why these numbers specifically?3TAC
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Only because 16% and 18% are the two protein levels that are most available in the pellets that are stocked in my area.I wonder curiously
I was contemplating options that are most readily available for my operation, in areas that I frequent. It is a personal preference to support locally to keep the money exchanging maybe a turn or two more locally. Hopefully benefitting more of my neighbors and local economy.
We use Purina RBZ Rabbit Performance Blend and have excellent growth rates. Here is the info I found on it
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein (Min) 17% Vit A (Min) 8,000 IU/KG
Crude Fat (Min) 2.5% Vit D (Min) 2,000 IU/KG
Crude Fibre (Max) 18% Vit E (Min) 40 IU/KG
Calcium (Act) 1% Sodium (Act) 0.25%
Phosphorus (Act) 0.6%
This feed contains added selenium at 0.1 MG/KG
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein (Min) 17% Vit A (Min) 8,000 IU/KG
Crude Fat (Min) 2.5% Vit D (Min) 2,000 IU/KG
Crude Fibre (Max) 18% Vit E (Min) 40 IU/KG
Calcium (Act) 1% Sodium (Act) 0.25%
Phosphorus (Act) 0.6%
This feed contains added selenium at 0.1 MG/KG
I've always fed 18%. However, after I switched from my old brand to a new brand; my growth rate increased. So if one were to decrease from 18% to 16% in the future; my question would be "What other notable changes are in the feed?"
