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Oat Feeds. 



Attention is called to the great variation in the percentage of 

 protein present, namely : from 8.2 to 14 per cent. Sample I. would 

 contain 164 pounds, and sample VI. 280 pounds, per ton, a differ- 

 ence of 42 per cent. 



Mixed Feeds. 



These mixtures of bran and flour vary from 15.1 to 21.6 per 

 cent of protein. 



Dried Brewers' Grain. 



While this article is not sold in our markets to any extent just 

 at present, samples obtained a year ago showed the above varia- 

 tions. 



The figures given, and many more that could be cited were it 

 necessary, prove conclusively that the concentrated feeds vary 

 widely in composition and in consequent feeding value. 



Recognizing then, firstly, the large number of concentrated by- 

 products in our Massachusetts markets with very different feeding 

 and commercial values, and secondly, that the large majority of 

 these feeds differ quite widely of themselves in composition, and 

 thirdly, that these feed stuffs are purchased by the farmer prima- 

 rily for their protein content, it is but fair that the manufactu- 

 rers should be obliged to state the amounts of the most costly 



