Know Feed Cost by Pen. By Day. By Head.
Feed is 60-70% of cattle costs. Track every penny. Cost per head per day. Cost per pound of gain. Adjust before profits disappear.
Questions? Email: pavan@cattleos.com
Feed Cost Problems
The Problem
- ✗Don't know true feed cost per head
- ✗Can't tell which pens are eating profit margins
- ✗Feed waste isn't tracked or calculated
- ✗Cost per pound of gain is guesswork
- ✗Ration changes have unknown financial impact
The CattleOS Solution
- Feed cost per head calculated daily
- See exactly which pens cost most to feed
- Waste tracked and reported
- Feed cost per pound of gain automatic
- Compare rations by actual cost & performance
"Found one pen eating $1.50/head/day more than average. Ration issue. Caught it in 5 days instead of months. Saved thousands."
Robert L.
Commercial Feedlot, Colorado - 3,200 head
How It Works
Cost Per Head Per Day
Track feed deliveries, costs, and consumption. Calculate daily feed cost per head automatically. See trends over time.
Cost Per Pound of Gain
Feed cost ÷ pounds gained = cost per lb of gain. Key metric for feedlot profitability. Updated with every weigh.
Ration Comparison
Test new rations on one pen. Compare feed cost, ADG, and cost per lb gain vs. control pens. Data-driven decisions.
Common Questions
How accurate is feed cost per head?
As accurate as your data. Enter feed deliveries (tons, cost) and CattleOS divides by head count and days on feed. Track actuals, not estimates.
Does it account for feed waste?
Yes. Record called vs. delivered vs. refused feed. Waste is calculated and added to cost per head. See real feed efficiency.
Can I compare different rations?
Yes. Track different rations by pen. Compare feed cost, ADG, and cost per lb gain. See which rations deliver best profit margin.