Question: I am fixing to start creep feeding kids and was wandering what you recommend? We fed the red tag with drennen last year to our show goats but i was thinking of trying something different this year. – Chris Chris, Creep feeding goats is important to get kids off to a good start.  Since the kids will only consume small amounts of creep initially, my suggestion is to only

Robert asked, “I am going to feed Jacoby lamb feed this year. Looking at the web site there are many to pick from. Two different red tags a pink tag and one with Synergy. What do you recommend?” Robert, Normally what I reccommend is to start lambs on Red Tag.  Most folks prefer to start Goats on Red Tag with Synergy.  In September most will have Sheep and Goats on

Russell asked, “How many times a week they should be ran before a local , county or a major show ? I started running mine 1-2 times a week to begin with then 3 times a week a month before county and I am going to san angelo next and am running them 5 days a week. I would appreciate your advice on this.” Russell, Thanks for the question. The

Bob Asked, “In our county show this year the judge stated that my daughter has a really good goat, with great muscle tone that only needs additional fat cover. We have been feeding Jacoby 16% mixed with N-Timidator 9090 15.5 % protien. What Jacoby feed would you recommend we use from now until Houston? This goat prefers the lose ration Jacboy over pelleted. Thanks for your advice.” Bob If possible

Optimal Nutrition and The Antler Growth Cycle Bobby Deeds Wildlife Biologist   Antlers on deer are a pretty interesting phenomena, maybe by thinking this process through we can gain some insight on what it takes to help a buck produce a record set of antlers. The antler cycle is a regulated yearly cycle where the male deer grows antlers and sheds antlers.  This is about a 10-month process starting in

News from Jacoby Feed and Seed   Launching of www.mobile.jacobyfeed.com   We have developed along with Encore Vision a mobile web page for your use to aid in accessing weight break information for the four market species at all the major livestock shows as well as Sandhills and Hill Country District Show. With the widespread use of smart phones exhibitors, parents and advisors will be able to have the information

Fall is creeping up on us fast and the nutritional requirements required by whitetail deer are also shifting with the season. Currently, Texas is experiencing one of the worst extended drought periods we have ever seen and range conditions are far below our normal average for this time of year. Many ranches in the area are reporting die‐offs due to malnourishment, while others are seeing big decreases in body condition,

Kody asked, “What is your recommended feed intake (lbs/day or % body weight) for Southdowns eating Jacoby Red Tag?”. He also sent in photos for Brent to review. Kody, Both lambs look nice.  I do think we definitely need to give them a shot of something else. My suggestion is to feed them Red Tag Developer with Synergy BP.  Synergy is a additive which enhances muscle development, growth, and increases

Reese asked the question how often do I drench or worm my lambs and do I need to vaccinate for over eating. Reese, De-worming (drenching), it varies from year to year depending on moisture, presence of ground cover etc. Sheep and can also become infested with internal parasites (wormy) in the pen. The most economical and practical thing to do is run a fecal exam. Contact your local veterinarian or

This question was asked by Jason in regards to getting his lambs ready for Winter Major Shows. If you would like to ask Brent a question please fill out the form at the top left.   Jason, It is normally a good rule of thumb to wait until the weather begins to cool of some before you start to track your lambs for the Winter Major Shows. If you feel