In addition, fresh water from
individually automatic bowl and mineral block were available
all the time. Body weight of each steer was recorded at the
beginning of the trial period and after 90 days. Feed conversion
ratio was calculated as the ratio of BW gain to DM
intake. Feed refusals were collected, weighed and individually
bulked for analysis. Samples of refusals and feeds offered were
dried at 105 C for 24 h to determine the intake.