Feedlot cost of grain calculator

This calculator can be used to estimate the cost of grain required for feedlot operations based on animal weight, daily grain consumption, and the price per unit of grain.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Total Cost = Animal Weight (kg) * Daily Grain Consumption (kg/day) * Grain Price ($/kg)

Where:
Animal Weight (kg): Weight of the animal in kilograms.
Daily Grain Consumption (kg/day): Amount of grain consumed by the animal per day in kilograms.
Grain Price ($/kg): Cost of grain per kilogram in dollars.

Feedlot cost of grain calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Feedlot cost of grain calculator calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the weight of the animal in kilograms.
  2. Enter the daily grain consumption of the animal in kilograms per day.
  3. Enter the price of the grain per kilogram.
  4. Click the "Calculate" button to get the total cost of grain.
  5. The result will be displayed in the "Total Cost" field.

Example

If an animal weighs 500 kg, consumes 5 kg of grain per day, and the grain costs $2 per kg, the total cost of grain will be calculated as follows:

Total Cost = 500 kg * 5 kg/day * $2/kg = $5,000