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During the past year distillers' grains have not been widely dis- 

 tributed. The better grades are excellent feeds, for in addition to 

 their high protein content they are bulky, and hence can be used in 

 the place of wheat bran for lightening the grain ration. Several of 

 the ready grain rations on the market contain a considerable propor- 

 tion of distillers' grains. In purchasing, the consumer should make 

 sure that he is getting the quality desired by carefully noting the 

 guarantee. They should be free from a strong acid or rancid taste 

 (due to fermentation before drying) and should not have been unduly 

 charred during the drying process. 



AVERAGE ANALYSES AND RETAIL PRICES. 



1905. igo6. 



All Samples. First Grade. Second Grade. Average. 



Ma/t sprouts. PJut three samples of malt sprouts were taken dur- 

 ing the fall collection. These were quoted at prices considerably 

 below those asked for other concentrates having less feeding value. 

 Massachusetts feeders do not seem to realize that malt sprouts are 

 to be classed among the economical concentrates. At present, 

 sprouts are scarce and high. 



