The Home Almanac

Vol. I, MMXXVIThe Canadian home, in season655 stations, every province and territory

Average Daily Gain Calculator

Track whether an animal is gaining fast enough to hit a fair, processor, or marketing target.

Weight

Planning estimate only. Growth depends on health, diet, genetics, weather, and shrink. Consult a veterinarian or extension agent for animal health or ration changes.

How ADG is calculated

Average daily gain is current weight minus start weight, divided by days between weights. Required gain is target weight minus current weight, divided by days remaining. Projected target-date weight extends the current ADG forward.

Sources

ADG formula, target gain, and feed conversion defaults: Penn State Extension meat animal growth-rate guidance and Nebraska Extension feedlot guidance.

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