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Feed Calculator

Build a simple feed plan for your livestock. Calculate ration quantities, understand feeding costs, and take your personalized report to the farm.

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Adult

Milk per Day (Ltrs)*

Milk Fat*

This estimate uses body weight and milk yield. Milk fat, breed category and purpose do not change the current calculation.

Use this calculator to enhance milk production, ensure animal health, and boost profitability

Period: 0-2 days

Colostrum/ Whole Milk (kg/day): 1.5-2.0 (colostrum)

Period: 3-4 days

Colostrum/ Whole Milk (kg/day): 1.5-2.0 (milk)

Period: 4-14 days

Colostrum/ Whole Milk (kg/day): 1.0-1.5 (milk)

Calf starter (kg/day): 0.1

Good quality hay* (kg/day): 0.1

Period: 3rd week

Colostrum/ Whole Milk (kg/day): 0.5-1.0 (milk)

Calf starter (kg/day): 0.2

Good quality hay* (kg/day): 0.15

Green fodder* (kg/day): 0.75

Period: 4th week

Colostrum/ Whole Milk (kg/day): Milk (0.5 kg) or milk replacer (0.25 kg)

Calf starter (kg/day): 0.25

Good quality hay* (kg/day): 0.2

Green fodder* (kg/day): 1.25

Period: 5th week

Colostrum/ Whole Milk (kg/day): 0.4

Calf starter (kg/day): 0.3

Good quality hay* (kg/day): 2.0

Period: 6th - 26th week

Gradually increase Calf starter up to 2 kg/day, Hay up to 2 kg/day, and Green fodder up to 8 kg/day.

* Requirement of hay and green fodder may vary from breed to breed & body weight of calf. Colostrum feeding is very essential during early life of calf.

Birth to 3 Days (MOST IMPORTANT)

Colostrum only
Quantity: 10% of body weight/day
First feeding: within 30 minutes

Lambs are more sensitive than kids

4 Days to 1 Month

Mother's milk
Quantity: 8-10% of body weight/day
Clean water after day 10

1 to 3 Months (Early Growth)

Milk: 4-6% of body weight
Creep feed: 30-80 g/day
Soft green fodder

Starter Feed Protein: 16% (lower than adults)

3 to 6 Months

Concentrate: 0.75-1.25% of body weight
Green fodder / grazing preferred
Dry fodder in small quantity

Avoid high grain feeding

Example of a simple calf starter (approx. percentages)

Maize-52% ; Oats -20% ; Soya bean meal -20% ; Molasses -5% ;
Salt -0.5% ; Minerals (Macro & Micro) -1.5% ; Vitamins -1%

Disclaimer - Above is the estimate that will guide you to improve on your cattle ration and optimise milk production. Please note that each cattle is unique and have feeding habit based on breed quality, geographical location, climate, farm infrastructure and available feed/fodder etc.

Note - consultation with nutritionist or vet is advised.

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Follow these simple points to improve your animal's feeding, health and overall output - healthy cow, happy income!

Calculation For:

Concentrates (grains)

Green Roughage

Dry Roughage

Mineral Mixture

Your feeding cost is Rs.

Feed for	Cost Per KG (Rs.)	Total Cost (Rs.)
Concentrates (grains)	25
Green Fodder	2
Dry Fodder	7
Mineral Mixture	150

Note: Local cost per KG of items may vary based on local availibility & cost of items. This report is valid for only 3 months, after that it must be regenerated.

Suggested Concentrate Composition

1. Cereals (Maize / Wheat etc) = 40 %
2. Brans (Wheat Bran/Rice Bran) = 30 %
3. Oil Seed Cakes (Mustard / Soya / Groundnut / Cotton/Til Cakes/Dry Distillers cakes) = 20 %
4. Dry Chunni / Chana Churi = 9 %
5. Salt = 1%

Green Fodder – Low-Cost Regional Substitutes

Standard Fodder	Low-Cost Substitutes
Berseem	Oat fodder, Mustard leaves, Sugarcane tops
Lucerne	Bajra stover + guar phali, khejri leaves
Hybrid Napier	Maize fodder, jowar + cowpea mix
Napier	Paddy straw (treated), maize greens
CO-4 Napier	Guinea grass, hedge lucerne
Any green	Prosopis leaves, cactus (chopped), silage

Dry Fodder – Cost Killers

Standard	Cheaper & Safe Replacements
Wheat bhusa	Paddy straw (urea treated)
Paddy straw	Maize stover
Soy straw	Gram straw
Bajra bhusa	Groundnut haulms
Dry grass	Tree leaves + hay

Concentrate – Smart Substitution Engine

Costly Ingredient	Low-Cost Substitute
Soybean DOC	Mustard cake
Soy DOC	Cottonseed cake
Maize grain	Broken rice
Commercial feed	Rice bran + oil cake
Maize	Tapioca waste
Bran	Brewery waste (dry)

Bonus Tips

Feed Change Slowly
Never change feed suddenly. Increase or reduce concentrate max 100 g per day.
Why: Sudden change causes loose motion, bloat & milk drop.
Roughage First, Concentrate Later
Always give green/dry fodder before concentrate.
Why: Keeps rumen healthy and improves feed digestion.
Dry Floor = Healthy Livestock
Keep floor dry, raised or well-drained.
Why: Prevents foot rot, worms & respiratory problems.
Mineral & Salt Are Daily Must
Give 10–15 g mineral mixture + 5–10 g salt daily.
Why: Prevents weak calves/kids, repeat breeding & milk fall.
Clean Water 24×7
Ensure fresh water always. Summer need increases 30–40%.
Why: Water affects milk, growth & fertility.
Pregnancy Needs Extra Care
Last 6 weeks are sensitive. Avoid stress & feed change.
Why: Healthy mother gives strong offspring.

*Disclaimer - Above is the estimate that will guide you to improve on your cattle ration and optimise milk production. Please note that each cattle is unique and have feeding habit based on breed quality, geographical location, climate, farm infrastructure and available feed/fodder etc.