Vita Plus Corporation
Beef Products & Services

Sirloin Builder Starter and NR Starter are designed specifically for the beef producer raising Holstein calves from weaning to 300 lbs.

  • All natural protein sources with an optimal blend of rumen degradable and undegradable sources.
  • Supplies a high level of calcium and potassium needed to balance high grain diets.
  • Minimal labor required in mixing and feeding
  • High trace mineral supply to aid in immune function and improved health and performance.
  • No grain processing cost.
  • NR formula eliminates the need for additional roughage in most situations.
  • No added roughage needed means less labor, mess and manure.
  • Added Yeast Culture improves rumen function and stimulates feed intake resulting in improved average daily gains and efficiencies.
  • Available with a choice of medication to improve feed efficiency and average daily gains.
Mixing Recommendations for Sirloin Builder NR Starter   Mixing Recommendations for Sirloin Builder Starter
Weaned - 300 lbs.   Weaned - 300 lbs.
Whole Shelled Corn, lbs. 1450 Whole Shelled Corn, lbs. 1500
Sirloin Builder NR Starter, lbs. 550 Sirloin Builder Starter, lbs. 500

 

 

 

 

 

Sirloin Builder Grower and NR Grower are designed for young calves on high energy diets to allow rapid weight gains and maximum profits.

  • Optimal blend of rumen degradable and undegradable protein.
  • Supplies a high level of calcium and potassium needed to balance high grain diets.
  • Minimal labor required in mixing and feeding. • High trace mineral supply to aid in immune function and improved health and performance.
  • No grain processing costs.
  • NR formula eliminates the need for additional roughage in most situations.
  • No added roughage needed means less labor, mess and manure.
  • Added Yeast Culture improves rumen function and stimulates feed intake resulting in improved average daily gains and efficiencies.
    Available with a choice of medication to improve feed efficiency and average daily gains.
Mixing recommendation for Sirloin Builder NR Grower   Mixing recommendation for Sirloin Builder Grower
  300-425 lb 425-550 lb   300-425 lb 425-550 lb
Whole Shelled Corn, lbs.
1600 1650   1650 1700
Sirloin Builder Grower, lbs.
400 350   350 300

Sirloin Builder NR Finisher is the final step in the Sirloin Builder NR Dairy Beef Program. It has been designed for cattle weighing at least 550 lbs. which have previously been fed a high grain ration.

  • Optimal blend of rumen degradable and undegradable protein sources.
  • Supplies a high level of calcium and potassium needed to balance high grain diets.
  • Minimal labor required in mixing and feeding. • High trace mineral supply to aid in immune function and improved health and performance.
  • No grain processing costs.
  • No added roughage needed means less labor, mess and manure.
  • Available with a choice of medications to improve feed efficiency, average daily gains and prevent liver abscesses.
Suggested Feeding Directions
550 lb to Market
Whole Shelled Corn, lbs. 1800
Sirloin Builder NR Finisher, lbs. 200

 

 

 

Dairy Beef Management

  • Use only dry shelled corn as the source of grain. Using high-moisture shelled corn can result in acidosis and decrease pellet quality.
  • Provide fresh, clean water at all times with adequate drinking space.
  • Never feed moldy or damaged corn.
  • Never let feeders run out of feed.
  • Always check feeders and clean any fines. Be especially careful after rain or snow.
  • Mix pellets with corn thoroughly, but don't over mix. Excessive mixing can decrease pellet integrity.
  • Bed cattle with corn cobs, shavings, or stalks…but be sure to be consistent when it is used.
  • Provide adequate shelter. Dairy breeds are less tolerant of cold than beef breeds.
  • Make sure drainage in lots is sufficient and avoid muddy conditions.
  • Follow the vaccination program recommended by your veterinarian.
  • Avoid over-handling pellets as this could increase fines.
  • Minimize on-farm storage of pellets during warm, humid conditions; particularly in bins without lids as the pellets could absorb moisture during storage resulting in softening and increased fines.
  • Feed an ionophore to maximize feed efficiency and decrease the incidence of bloat.
  • Implant cattle according to implant label directions to increase performance and feed efficiency.
Dairy Beef Facility Recommendations
 
Calves
400-800 lb
Finishing
800-1200lb
Open Lot Resting Space:
Unpaved lot without Mound Space
300-600 ft/animal
400-800 ft/animal
Unpaved lot with Mound Space ((includes mound space)
150-300 ft/animal
250-500 ft/animal
Mound Space
20-25 ft/animal
30-35ft/animal
Paved Lot
40-50 ft/anima
50-60ft/animal
Sheltered Resting Space:
Bedded Resting Space with lot
15-20ft/animal
20-25 ft/animal
Bedded Resting Space without lot
20-25 ft/animal
30-35 ft/animal
Feeding Space:    
Self Fed (grain)
3-4 in./animal
4-6 in./animal
Self Fed (roughage)
9-10 in./animal
10-11 in./animal
Bunk Wall Throat High
18 inches
20 inches
Water Space:
Perimeter length per animal
3/4 inches per animal
Number of animals per water location
25
25
Gallons capacity per animal/day
   
  Hot weather
8-15
15-22
  Cold weather
4-7
8-11
Daily Manure Production
0.4 - 0.8 ft/animal
0.8 - 1.2 ft/animal