Lamb Barley Legal 18%
High-Protein, Barley-Based Show Lamb Ration Designed to Drive Early Growth and Muscle Development While Remaining Fully Show-Legal
Nutritional Analysis
Protein: 18% Fat: 5% Fiber: 9%
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Lamb Barley Legal 18% is built for the most critical growth window in a show lamb’s development—the stage where muscle, frame, and base shape are established.
At this point in the project, lambs require more protein, but they do not benefit from overly aggressive energy that can push fat or create management issues later. By using barley as the primary grain source, this ration delivers a steadier, more controlled energy release while the elevated protein level supports muscle fiber development and skeletal growth.
This feed works especially well for lambs coming off creep feed or those that need a stronger nutritional push early to stay competitive. Because it remains show-legal, exhibitors can feed with confidence and then transition lambs smoothly into lower-protein grower or finisher rations as the project progresses.
Used correctly, Lamb Barley Legal 18% helps set lambs up for long-term success—making later finishing decisions easier rather than harder.
Key Benefits
High protein level supports early muscle development and growth
Barley-based energy helps control heat and manageability
Builds base shape and structure without forcing fat
Fully show-legal for youth and competitive programs
Creates flexibility for smooth step-down into lower-protein feeds
Choose this product if:
Your lambs are early in the project and need more protein support
You want to build muscle and frame before focusing on finish
You prefer a barley-based ration for smoother, controlled energy
You want a show-legal feed that sets lambs up correctly from the start
Lamb Barley Legal 18% may not be the best choice if:
Lambs are already near ideal muscle 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 feed performs best with steady daily use)
Lamb Barley Legal 18% is a complete, barley-based show lamb feed from Cooper Specialty Feeds formulated with a higher protein level to support early muscle development and growth. It provides smooth, controlled energy while remaining fully show-legal—making it an ideal foundation feed early in a lamb project.