MEDIUM FEEDERS 



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somewhat lacking in the most desirable characteristics 

 of ideal feeders. They may be too long in the leg, too 

 narrow on the back, and either too light or too heavy 

 in the bone. Frequently feeders so graded have a 

 tendency to be a little rough and coarse. It is generally 

 true, however, that steers of this grade kept in the feed 

 lot until ripe or finished will, in such condition, grade at 



Fig. 4. Medium Feeder. 



least as high as good beeves, while it is not at all im- 

 possible for them to become choice enough in condition 

 to grade as choice bullocks. 



MEDIUM FEEDERS 



Medium feeders are only average as to quality and 

 thrift. They are usually of lighter weight than the good, 

 choice, and selected grades. They generally possess a 

 fair amount of beef blood, enough so that their color is 

 not objectionable. Their general appearance, so far as 

 it indicates their quality and thrift, is rather against 



