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22/01/2014Simulated Feed Ration
CLAL.it developed a new tool in order to study the dairy cow feed rations costs. The Simulated Feed Ration is a theoretical feed model, composed by 70% of corn meal and […]
CLAL.it developed a new tool in order to study the dairy cow feed rations costs.
The weight of the protein component on the total cost varies as the two components prices change.
The Simulated Feed Ration is a theoretical feed model, composed by 70% of corn meal and by 30% of soybean extraction meal (protein content: 44% as fed). Soybean is price driver for the protein component of feed ration, while corn is price driver for the energy component. The monthly price of the products corresponds to the average monthly quotation of the Commodities Exchange of the Milan Chamber of Commerce.
The Simulated Feed Ration can therefore be used as an indication for the cost trend of concentrated feed in Italy.
It is interesting to compare the model with the farm-gate milk price trend.
The chart compares the value of 100kg of Simulated Feed Ration and the farm-gate milk price in Lombardy (Italy)
This project was realized thanks to the contribution of Dr. Roberto Preti, Veterinary Physician.
