DiscoverCanadian Beef Cattle PodcastEpisode 93: Bale Feeding Pros and Cons
Episode 93: Bale Feeding Pros and Cons

Episode 93: Bale Feeding Pros and Cons

Update: 2025-11-04
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Bale feeding is common across Canada for all classes of cattle especially during winter months, but how you feed those bales can make a big difference. In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of three common approaches — rolling out or processing bales to feed on pasture, bale grazing and using round bale feeders.


 


Relevant Links:


Bale Feeding Options: Pros and Cons of Common Strategies (article)


Stored Forages (webpage)


Nutrition in Beef Cattle (webpage)


Body Condition (webpage)

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Episode 93: Bale Feeding Pros and Cons

Episode 93: Bale Feeding Pros and Cons

Beef Cattle Research Council