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Optimal beef cattle diets formulated by nonlinear programming.

G Hertzler1, D E Wilson, D D Loy

  • 1Dept. of Econ., Iowa State University, Ames 50011.

Journal of Animal Science
|May 1, 1988
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Optimizing beef cattle feeding programs is now easier with nonlinear programming. This method helps maximize net returns by selecting optimal diets and selling weights for cattle.

Area of Science:

  • Animal Science
  • Operations Research

Background:

  • Beef diet models are complex and nonlinear, making optimization challenging.
  • Traditional methods for solving diet models were difficult and time-consuming.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a nonlinear programming method for optimal beef cattle feeding program planning.
  • To identify optimal feeds, daily gains, and selling weights to maximize returns.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a nonlinear programming approach to solve complex diet models.
  • Defined optimal-return and least-cost-gain diets for cattle feeding.
  • Integrated these diets into a sequential feeding program.

Main Results:

  • The nonlinear programming method provides quick and easy solutions for diet models.

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  • Optimal feeding programs maximize net returns for cattle feeders.
  • The model identifies the optimal selling weight where costs equal returns.

    • Conclusions:

    • Nonlinear programming offers an effective tool for optimizing beef cattle feeding strategies.
    • Cattle feeders can utilize microcomputers to implement this method for enhanced profitability.
    • This approach facilitates maximizing net returns through strategic diet and weight management.