Lamb Barley Legal 17%
Higher-Protein, Barley-Based Show Lamb Ration Designed to Drive Muscle Development and Growth While Maintaining Show-Legal, Controlled Energy
Nutritional Analysis
Protein: 17% Fat: 5% Fiber: 9%
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Lamb Barley Legal 17% is designed for the stage of a lamb project where muscle and growth matter more than finish. This is the window where lambs need enough protein to build shape and base, but still require a controlled energy source that won’t push them too hard or compromise structure.
Using barley as the primary grain source allows this feed to deliver a steadier energy release compared to hotter corn-heavy rations. The elevated protein level supports muscle expression and growth without forcing excessive fat deposition. That balance makes it especially useful for young lambs coming off creep feeds or lambs that need to be pushed structurally before dialing in finish later.
As a show-legal ration, Lamb Barley Legal 17% gives exhibitors confidence that they can feed aggressively enough to make progress—without sacrificing flexibility or risking disqualification. It serves as a strong backbone feed that can later be transitioned smoothly into lower-protein finishing rations.
Key Benefits
Higher protein level supports muscle development and base growth
Barley-based energy for smoother, more controlled gain
Helps build shape without pushing excessive condition
Fully show-legal for youth and competitive programs
Keeps lambs fresh, flexible, and adaptable for later phases
Choose this product if:
Your lambs need more protein to build muscle and base shape
You want controlled energy without overheating lambs
You prefer a barley-based, show-legal grower ration
You plan to step lambs down to a lower-protein finisher later
Lamb Barley Legal 17% may not be the best choice if:
Lambs are already near show weight and only need finish
You are trying to slow lambs down or hold condition
You want a low-protein ration strictly for late-stage finishing
Feeding is inconsistent (this ration performs best with steady daily use)
Lamb Barley Legal 17% is a complete, barley-based show lamb feed from Cooper Specialty Feeds formulated with a higher protein level to support muscle development and growth while maintaining smooth, controlled energy. It is fully show-legal and fits programs that want to build lambs correctly before transitioning to lower-protein finishing feeds.