Apex Show Lamb Enhancer
Growing/development phase complete base feed — designed to develop show lambs to full genetic potential; Stage 1 of Hi-Pro's two-stage Apex show lamb system
Always read and follow product labels for feeding and sheep safety.
Overview
The Apex Show Lamb Enhancer is Hi-Pro Feeds’ flagship Stage 1 show lamb base feed — the developer/grower ration in the two-stage Apex show lamb system. Marketed as “specially formulated to reliably develop show lambs to their full genetic potential,” it is designed for the growing phase before transitioning to the Apex Finisher for the final conditioning push. Medicated with Decoquinate for coccidiosis prevention (no withdrawal period required). This is Hi-Pro’s primary show lamb offering in their Texas Panhandle and Southwest market area.
Note: The manufacturer product page is JavaScript-rendered and blocks automated access. Full guaranteed analysis, ingredient list, and official feeding rates are not available from the website. All specifications must be obtained directly from Hi-Pro Feeds or a local dealer.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
Not available — product page is JavaScript-rendered and did not return nutritional data. Contact Hi-Pro at (806) 250-2791 or request the feed tag PDF from a certified dealer.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | — |
| Crude Fat (min) | — |
| Crude Fiber (max) | — |
| Moisture (max) | — |
| Calcium | — |
| Phosphorus | — |
| Copper | — |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
Not retrieved — see note above.
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: Not retrieved
- Introduction: Not retrieved
- Species notes: Show lambs
Medication
- Drug: Decoquinate
- Purpose: Coccidiosis prevention in young lambs
- Withdrawal: None required
Show Circuit Use
Sources: hiprofeeds.com manufacturer page (limited data); no show circuit forum threads recovered for this product specifically
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Hi-Pro’s Apex line is the company’s dedicated show lamb program — the Enhancer is Stage 1, used from weaning through the growing phase, transitioning to the Finisher as the lamb approaches show weight. Distribution is concentrated in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Arizona, so show circuit use is primarily Southwest regional. No specific feeder forum reviews or protocols were found during research.
Real-World Feeding Rate
- Not found in research — obtain from Hi-Pro directly or from a Texas dealer familiar with the product
Phase Protocols
Phases cannot be fully defined without confirmed feeding rate data. Standard two-stage base feed use:
Growing Phase (Weeks 12–5 Before Show)
- Rate: Per manufacturer label (not retrieved)
- Purpose: Develop muscle and frame; Decoquinate keeps coccidiosis controlled during high-density show program
Stacking Protocols
Pairing information not available without confirmed product specs. After specs are obtained: evaluate protein and energy levels to determine appropriate supplement stack.
Budget Alternatives
- Hi-Pro Lamb Grower 2000 (Medicated) — confirmed specs available; 15% CP, textured form; similar growing-phase role at potentially lower price point
- Show-Rite, Kalmbach, or Kent Feeds base feeds with confirmed specs for full nutritional comparison
Community Tips
Reserved for verified community submissions — do not populate during initial documentation.
Direct Substitutes
Products that do the same job at the same point in the program — compare alternatives across brands in the directory.
| Product | Brand | Form | Budget | Feeding Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolution HI-PRO | Evolution Show Feed (Belstra Milling) | Textured | Mid-Range | — |
| MoorMan's® ShowTec® UpNext™ Lamb 16 BT | MoorMan's ShowTec | Textured | Mid-Range | 1 lb/head/day – 4.67 lbs/head/day |
| Umbarger Lamb 19% | Umbarger Show Feeds | Textured | Mid-Range | 3% body weight/day – 4% body weight/day |
| Honor Show Showlamb Grower 15% DX | Purina Animal Nutrition | Textured | Mid-Range | 2.5% body weight/day – 4% body weight/day |
| Show Lamb Gale Force HE 18DQ | Kent Feeds | Textured | Mid-Range | 0.25 lb per 10 lb body weight daily |
| 16% Sheep and Goat Pellet | Hi-Pro Feeds | Pellet | Budget | 3.0–4.0% of body weight |