Sheep Feed Calculator

Sheep Weight & Feed Cost Calculator

Compare feed costs against potential returns from weight gain

How to Use This Calculator

Setting Up Your Scenario

  • Enter your lamb's current live weight
  • Check current market prices for your area
  • Input your feed costs and bag weights
  • Set realistic feeding amounts and duration

Understanding Dressed Weight

  • Dressed weight = Live weight × percentage
  • Well-finished lambs: 55-60%
  • Maximum saleable weight: 22kg
  • Adjust percentage based on lamb condition

Interpreting Results

  • Green profit = Good investment
  • Red loss = Consider alternatives
  • Return on Investment shows return percentage
  • Factor in labor and other costs

Important: This calculator provides estimates only. Actual results depend on lamb condition, market fluctuations, and individual circumstances. Always consider additional costs like labor, housing, and veterinary expenses.

Current Sheep Details

30 kg
Typical lamb weights: 20-30kg (store lambs), 35-50kg (finished lambs)
p
Current UK lamb prices typically range 450-750p per kg dressed weight

Feed Cost Details

£ .
kg
kg
Typical feeding: 1-2kg per day (7 to 14kg per week) for finishing lambs with other forage
weeks
%
Well-finished lambs: 55-60%, Store lambs: 45-50%, Fat lambs: 50-55%
1.5 kg/week
Realistic gains: 0.5-2.5kg/week depending on other forage

Current Value

Current Sheep Value
£42.00
Dressed Weight (55%)
8.3 kg
Saleable Dressed Weight
8.3 kg
Feed Cost per kg
£0.50
New Live Weight
17.0 kg
New Value
£47.60

Cost vs Return Analysis

Feed Cost for Weight Gain
£1.00
Value Increase
£5.60
Net Profit/Loss
£4.60
Profitable Investment
Return on Investment
460%

Profit Analysis Over Time

Cumulative Profit Break Even Optimal Selling Point