What is the best feed for finishing high quality beef?

A high energy ration with balanced protein and controlled vitamin levels, such as Nutrena NutreBeef Prime Finish, helps support marbling, finish, and meat quality.

How long should cattle be on a finishing ration?

Timing depends on starting weight and frame size, but most cattle in commercial feedlots today are fed for 200+ days.

Does Vitamin A affect marbling?

Yes, excessive Vitamin A can reduce marbling. The ideal ration provides controlled levels to protect marbling potential.

Why does Vitamin E matter in finishing cattle?

Vitamin E supports beef color and shelf life by slowing oxidation. This helps beef maintain a bright appearance longer. Vitamin E is also a required nutrient of growing beef cattle.

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Nutrena NutreBeef Prime Finish is crafted with ideal ingredients for finishing prime beef

Nutrena NutreBeef Prime Finish, a complete textured cattle feed

NutreBeef Prime Finish with ideal vitamin A level for marbling

NutreBeef Prime Finish with 13% protein for muscle development

NutreBeef Prime Finish with antioxidants and vitamins to support meat quality color and freshness

NutreBeef Prime Finish, energy level for optimal finish

NutreBeef

Prime Finish

NutreBeef® Prime Finish is a complete cattle feed crafted with ideal ingredients for finishing prime beef. It delivers 13% protein for muscle development and optimized performance, helping you support your cattle with balanced nutrition when it matters most. With antioxidants and vitamin E, our feed supports meat quality, color, and freshness for improved shelf life. It also has the energy level for optimal finish. Fat is 2.25 times more dense in calories than protein or carbohydrates, so it takes a more energy-dense diet to put the optimal finish or fat cover on cattle. Marbling and fat make for an improved eating experience; an ideal vitamin A level supports marbling potential.

13.0% Crude Protein

10.0% Max Crude Fiber

4.0% Crude Fat

Ingredients

Grain Products, Processed Grain By-Products, Soybean Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Plant Protein Products, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Natural Flavors, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Carbonate, Cobalt Carbonate, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide.
Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient Level

Crude Protein, minimum 13.0%

Crude Fat, minimum 4.0%

Crude Fiber, maximum 10.0%

Calcium, minimum 0.8%

Calcium, maximum 1.3%

Phosphorus, minimum 0.4%

Salt, minimum 0.25%

Salt, maximum 0.75%

Potassium, minimum 0.7%

Selenium, minimum 0.3 ppm

Zinc, minimum 90 ppm

Vitamin A, minimum 1,000 IU/lb

Vitamin E, minimum 23 IU/lb
Feeding Instructions
- Feed Nutrena NutreBeef Prime Finish at 2-2.5% of bodyweight (for example: 16-20 LB per head per day for 800 LB animal), with roughage.
- If feeding hay, a minimum of 2 LB hay per head per day is recommended, feed free choice.
- Provide fresh, clean water at all times.
- Feed Nutrena NutreBeef Prime Finish from 30 days after weaning to finish for optimal marbling and tenderness.

Ideal Ingredients for Finishing Prime Beef

13% protein for muscle development
Ideal Vitamin A level for marbling
Antioxidants and Vitamin E to support meat quality, color & freshness
Energy level for optimal finish

See How NutreBeef Prime Finish is Designed to Finish Prime Beef

A complete textured cattle feed crafted with ideal ingredients for finishing prime beef.

Finishing beef cattle for prime grade results starts with understanding what cattle truly need in their final phase. Your goal is to continue developing muscle, support marbling and achieve the right fat cover to be sure your beef delivers an excellent eating experience. Nutrition plays a role in hitting those targets. Choosing a finishing feed that provides the correct balance of protein, energy and key vitamins helps take the guesswork out of finishing cattle the right way.

Learn how to finish beef cattle for prime results

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common beef cattle feed and nutrition questions on high-energy finishing rations, days on feed, and the impact of key nutrients like Vitamin A for marbling and Vitamin E for beef color, shelf life, and overall meat quality performance.

What is the best feed for finishing high quality beef?

A high energy ration with balanced protein and controlled vitamin levels, such as Nutrena NutreBeef Prime Finish, helps support marbling, finish, and meat quality.
How long should cattle be on a finishing ration?

Timing depends on starting weight and frame size, but most cattle in commercial feedlots today are fed for 200+ days.
Does Vitamin A affect marbling?

Yes, excessive Vitamin A can reduce marbling. The ideal ration provides controlled levels to protect marbling potential.
Why does Vitamin E matter in finishing cattle?

Vitamin E supports beef color and shelf life by slowing oxidation. This helps beef maintain a bright appearance longer. Vitamin E is also a required nutrient of growing beef cattle.

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