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sess a relatively large amount of protein and a small 
amount of fiber. The less of fat and carbohydrates in 
proportion to the protein, the better, provided the supply 
of home-grown roughage feeds is sufficient to meet the 
demand. In the past too little attention has been paid 
to the chemical composition of concentrates. The cus- 
Corn | 
Cotton Seed Meal. 
Linssed Meal | 
Gluten Meal ] 
Oats ‘ | 
Wheat Bran | 
PROTEIN IN A TON 
Relative amounts of protein in common feeding stuffs. Compare corn and oats 
with linseed and cottonseed meal. 
tom has too long prevailed of buying these by name, 
whereas the only thing that counts is merit. The only 
sensible rule to follow is to study the composition of 
each feeding stuff, and ascertain which kind or brand 
will give the largest quantity of digestible protein and 
the least quantity of crude fiber. This information will 
be of incalculable value in buying feeds and will be a 
means of saving money. 
11. Grain feeds of first rank—Among the most useful 
and best liked concentrates are cottonseed meal, linseed 
meal, gluten meal, gluten feed, bran, brewers’ grain and 
malt sprouts. The several by-products of starch and 
cereal food factories are extensively advertised, but they 
usually sell for more than they are worth. Cereal grains 
