Most feed stores have them. Even if they are not 100% cottonseed the regular range cubes are good. I wouldn't pour them out if it is about to rain. They don't handle moisture good and can make a good mess
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Originally posted by bgleaton View PostYes, those are the cottonseed range cubes on the ground. They killed these along with the protein from deer season through the end of March, but since we have been getting lots of rain, consumption has slowed down a ton.
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Originally posted by Puncher51 View PostMy goodness y'all have been getting hammered! I think we are around 16" for the year in SE Mason County. When you combine good ranch management with ample rainfall magical things happen! The good Lord definitely has blessed us this year.
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6/26/2016 Updates
I put out 1,200lbs of cottonseed this past weekend and put out 1,750lbs of protein and 1,500lbs of corn. The protein consumption has gone way up since Spring time. They are eating around 1,000lbs in 3 to 4 weeks. I purchased 20% protein for $8.80 at Brady Feed & Fertilizer. The price last year was $10.50, but they signed a new contract with Hi-Pro and will have the 20% protein all year for this price. It's still very green and lush everywhere. Lot's of high quality browse and forbs everywhere.
Here are some pictures from the weekend:
Here is my 3yr old son filling up the cottonseed feeders:
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Originally posted by bgleaton View PostI have a cover that goes over my bed to prevent it from flying out. I put 900lbs out in our 3 cottonseed feeders and put 300lbs in a storage tote that can hold up to 800lbs.
How long do you expect the cotton seed to last? I see most people putting him out for after rut. Do you think it will last that long?
Chootum!
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Originally posted by Cajun shooter View PostHow long do you expect the cotton seed to last? I see most people putting him out for after rut. Do you think it will last that long?
Chootum!
We feed cottonseed from end of December to about the end of July. Normally, they will empty a feeder/cage in about 5 to 6 weeks. They eat the protein a lot quicker, but I have noticed some deer eat more cottonseed than they do protein. Cottonseed is a great feed for after the rut due to its high fat content, but it's also a great feed for summer time because of the high fat and high energy.
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