Cattle Feed Planner
Build a realistic feed plan with costs, monthly totals, inventory planning, and exports.
PRO
Used to calculate herd totals, monthly feed, and ordering.
If you have a range, use a true average.
Used to adjust intake estimate.
Used to adjust intake estimate.
Splits intake into hay + grain using the slider below.
Used for ordering and monthly projections.
2.50%
Default is calculated by type + stage, but you can override with this slider.
% hay
If grain is included, this controls the hay/grain split (as-fed uses your DM % below).
Typical grass hay is ~85–90% DM.
Most grains are ~86–90% DM.
Used for $/day and $/month.
Only applies if grain is included.
For “bales needed” planning.
For “bags needed” planning (50 lb default).
Disclaimer: This calculator is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, accounting, legal, veterinary, or professional advice. Results are estimates and may differ from real-world outcomes. You are responsible for verifying inputs and assumptions. Use is at your own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hillis Family Farms LLC and Livestock Breakeven disclaim all liability for any losses or damages arising from use of this calculator.