Preparation of Feeds 



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TABLE CLXVI. THE EFFECT OF THE PROPORTION OF WATER 

 IN THE SLOP 



In this experiment, slightly more economical results 

 were obtained from the ration when fed dry than when 

 given as a slop. The rate and economy of gains were 

 not materially affected by increasing the proportion of 

 water to dry feed from one to three. 



METHODS OF FEEDING 



Successful feeding of any class of live-stock involves 

 not only the selection of a suitable combination of feeds, 

 but also the application of the ration with judgment and 

 a constant regard to the little things which may become 

 large in importance if ignored. 



Hand feeding. 



The amount of the ration supplied at each feed merits 

 special care when full rations are given. It is better to 



