Cattle Feed for
Calves, Weaners and Beef Production
Quality feed for stronger, healthier herds. CowraFeed cattle rations support every stage of production, from the first week of a calf's life through to finishing, delivering consistent nutrition for steady weight gain, good health and profitability. Made from locally grown grain and backed by 50 years of local know-how, these feeds deliver reliable results – whether you're rearing replacement heifers, weaning calves or pushing steers toward turn-off.
Cattle Feed Across Growth, Maintenance and Finishing Stages
Every stage has a different requirement. Young calves need a palatable, nutrient-dense starter to get the rumen developing and drive early growth. Weaners need a transition feed that keeps them growing steadily through a stressful period. Backgrounding and finishing cattle need energy-dense rations to lay down weight and condition efficiently before sale.
Matching the ration to the stage keeps cattle growing efficiently and protects your margins. A calf that gets a strong start weans better, and a finisher on the right energy density reaches turn-off sooner. Feeding to the stage is the simplest way to keep a herd healthy and on track.
Our range of cattle stockfeed
Cattle Feed Range for Calves, Weaners and Beef Cattle
Every feed is made from locally grown grain and balanced for the job it’s built for, with the protein, energy and minerals that each stage of the herd needs.
Beef Finisher Nuts
An energy-dense finishing feed formulated to drive weight gain and condition toward turn-off. Built to lay down weight efficiently in the final phase, so cattle reach target condition for sale. Contains additives to maintain vitamin and mineral requirements.
Calf Starter Pellet
A palatable early feed that encourages intake and rumen development in young calves. Offered from the first weeks of life, it gets the rumen working and drives early growth, setting calves up for an easier weaning.
Calf Weaner Pellet
Supports weaners through the transition from milk and onto solid feed. Formulated to keep young cattle growing steadily through a stressful period, with the nutrition they need to hold condition and keep gaining. Designed to be used along with a source of roughage such as cereal hay or straw, and always maintain access to a source of clean, fresh water.
Cattle Nuts
Supplementation for adult beef cattle, especially during pregnancy and lactation for breeding cows. A versatile everyday cattle ration for maintenance and growth. A convenient all-round nut for running cattle, holding condition on pasture or supporting steady gains across the herd.
Feeding Guide: What to Feed and When
Young calves should be fed Calf Starter Pellet, which encourages intake and rumen development during the early stages of life.
As calves move through weaning, Calf Weaner Pellet supports steady growth through the transition off milk.
For growing cattle and maintenance feeding, Cattle Nuts provide a versatile everyday ration that supports condition and consistent growth.
During the backgrounding and finishing phase, Beef Finisher Nuts deliver energy-dense nutrition for efficient weight gain and help cattle reach turn-off condition.
When moving cattle from one ration to the next, or introducing grain-based feed, step them on gradually over about two weeks, alongside good roughage and clean water, to let the rumen adapt and reduce the risk of acidosis.
What a Balanced Ration Does for Your Herd
A well-balanced ration earns its keep across joining, lambing and finishing, through:
- Steady, efficient weight gain. Balanced energy and protein convert into frame and condition, so cattle grow to target on schedule.
- A stronger start for calves. Early rumen development and good early growth mean calves wean better and carry that advantage forward.
- Consistent condition across the herd. A reliable ration holds body condition through weaning, dry spells and the run to turn-off.
- Efficient finishing. Energy-dense finishing nutrition lays down weight and condition in the final phase, helping cattle reach sale condition sooner.
- Less waste. Consistent nuts and pellets mean even intake with little sorting, so every feed counts.
How Our Cattle Feed Is Made
Our CSG Cowra cattle rations start with grain grown in and around the Cowra district, which means fresher feed and shorter supply chains. The grain is then balanced into complete rations with the protein, energy vitamins and minerals each stage needs, then formed into a consistent pellet or nut for even intake and minimal waste. Backed by 50 years of local know-how and produced locally with regular turnover, our cattle feed reaches you fresh, delivering reliable results from the first calf starter to the final finisher.
Quality feeds for stronger, healthier herds
Frequently Asked Questions
When can calves start on hard feed?
Calves can be offered a starter feed from the first week or two of life. Early access encourages rumen development, so they’re ready for weaning.
What's the difference between Cattle Nuts and Beef Finisher Nuts?
Cattle Nuts are a versatile, general-purpose ration; Beef Finisher Nuts are formulated with the higher energy needed to finish cattle efficiently before sale.
How do I introduce cattle to grain feeding?
Step cattle onto grain-based rations gradually over about two weeks, alongside good roughage and clean water, to allow the rumen to adapt and reduce the risk of acidosis.
Do you supply bulk for lot feeding?
Yes. Cattle feeds are available in 20kg bags, 1T bulka bags and bulk truckloads. Talk to us about a supply plan for your numbers.
Feed Advice from Calf to Turn-Off
Getting cattle to target weight isn’t just about the feed in the trough, it’s about how you manage it along the way. The team at CSG Cowra can help you match feed to your herd’s stage and goals, plan transitions between rations, and work through issues like weaning setbacks, slow weight gain or condition that’s falling behind.
If you’re not sure which feed your cattle need, get in touch or talk to your nearest stockist. We’re a local business, and we’re happy to share what we know to keep your herd healthy and gaining well.
