Westside Feed II

Westside Feed II We are family owned and operated We stock Umbarger Show Feeds, Godfrey's, Tucker Milling, & McNess.
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September is one of the most important months of the year for cattle nutrition and it often gets overlooked because the ...
09/07/2026

September is one of the most important months of the year for cattle nutrition and it often gets overlooked because the pasture still looks green. 🌿🐄

Here's what's actually happening: as days shorten and temperatures drop, cool-season grasses begin to shift their nutrient profile. Some actually increase in digestibility this time of year, which means cattle can look like they're doing great while their energy and mineral intake is changing underneath the surface.

This is also the window to evaluate body condition before winter. Cows that go into cold weather thin are much harder and more expensive to recover in spring.

September is the time to adjust, not December. 🙌

Did you know? Piglets are born with almost no body fat and rely entirely on huddling together for warmth in their first ...
09/03/2026

Did you know? Piglets are born with almost no body fat and rely entirely on huddling together for warmth in their first weeks of life. 🐷

That instinct to pile up doesn't fully go away. Even older pigs will seek out warmth and company when temperatures drop, which is worth keeping in mind as September nights start to cool down.

Making sure your pigs have dry bedding and a draft-free space heading into fall is one of the simplest things you can do for their comfort and their feed conversion. ☺️

Back to school season looks a little different on a farm. 🌾The lessons these kids are getting right now, patience, respo...
09/02/2026

Back to school season looks a little different on a farm. 🌾

The lessons these kids are getting right now, patience, responsibility, gentleness, the understanding that animals depend on you showing up consistently, those don't come from a classroom.

September is a good reminder of why so many farm families feel strongly about keeping the next generation close to the animals and the work. 🙌

This is what it looks like when the next generation falls in love with farm life. 🌾❤️Kids who grow up around animals lea...
08/29/2026

This is what it looks like when the next generation falls in love with farm life. 🌾❤️

Kids who grow up around animals learn something that's genuinely hard to teach any other way. Patience. Responsibility. The understanding that living things depend on you and that showing up for them matters.

Did you grow up around animals? How did it shape you? 🐑

Did you know? 🐓 Roosters have different nutritional needs than laying hens, and most backyard keepers don't find this ou...
08/26/2026

Did you know? 🐓 Roosters have different nutritional needs than laying hens, and most backyard keepers don't find this out until there's already a problem.

Layer feeds are formulated with high calcium levels to support egg production. Roosters don't need that calcium and can't process it the same way. Over time, the excess can cause kidney damage.

If you have a mixed flock, an all-flock feed with oyster shell offered separately on the side is usually the smarter move. 🙌

Me at 6am before coffee, fully convinced no one can see me yet. 🐐This goat has the right idea. Sometimes you just need a...
08/23/2026

Me at 6am before coffee, fully convinced no one can see me yet. 🐐

This goat has the right idea. Sometimes you just need a minute in the tall grass before the day starts demanding things from you.

We see you. We respect it. We will not disturb the process. 😂

August heat is no joke and active goats on summer pasture have higher nutritional demands than most people realize. 🐐☀️I...
08/20/2026

August heat is no joke and active goats on summer pasture have higher nutritional demands than most people realize. 🐐☀️

If you've noticed any changes in coat quality, energy, or overall condition lately, nutrition is usually the first place to look.

It's also a smart time to get ahead of the fall transition before cooler weather shifts their needs again.

Stop in this week and let's take a look at what your herd is currently on. 🙌

Late summer pasture with the whole family out. This is the kind of view that makes the early mornings worth every single...
08/14/2026

Late summer pasture with the whole family out. This is the kind of view that makes the early mornings worth every single one. 🌿🐴

What does August look like on your property right now? ☀️

GO CHECK OUT Godfrey's Feed !!
08/11/2026

GO CHECK OUT Godfrey's Feed !!

Who likes steamrolled grains. (Corn,barley,oats) Come check out Steam Roller from Godfrey's Feed. We will be putting a o...
08/11/2026

Who likes steamrolled grains. (Corn,barley,oats) Come check out Steam Roller from Godfrey's Feed. We will be putting a order in this week.

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997 SW 6th Avenue
Lake Butler, FL
32054

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Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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