Cherry Krave™
High-fat (5%), cherry-flavored mini-pellet creep/starter for young show lambs — Deccox-medicated, probiotics, yeast culture; drives intake and early bloom in project lambs
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Overview
Cherry Krave is Kalmbach’s creep/starter for young show lambs — a mini-pellet built for high palatability with a cherry flavor and aroma. At 18% protein and 5% fat, it delivers more energy than most creep feeds and is specifically designed to drive intake and early bloom in project lambs. Includes probiotics (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Bacillus), yeast culture, dehulled soybean meal, whole cottonseed, and dehydrated alfalfa. Medicated with Deccox at 45.4 g/ton.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 18% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 5% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 15% |
| Calcium | 0.50–1.00% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.50% |
| Potassium | 1.25% |
| Salt | 0.30–0.80% |
| Selenium (min) | 0.60 ppm |
| Vitamin A (min) | 10,000 IU/lb |
| Copper | Not confirmed |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
- Dehulled soybean meal — protein
- Ground corn — energy
- Dehydrated alfalfa — fiber and palatability
- Whole cottonseed — fat and energy
- Yeast cultures — palatability and digestive support
- Probiotics (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Bacillus species)
- Cherry flavor and aroma — intake driver for young lambs
- Vitamin/mineral premix
- Decoquinate (Deccox®) — coccidiostat
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: 1 lb per 100 lb body weight daily; one lb provides 22.7 mg decoquinate
- Medication duration: Minimum 28 days during coccidiosis exposure
- Species notes: Young show and sale lambs
Show Circuit Use
Sources: kalmbachfeeds.com, countrymax.com
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Cherry Krave is the early-project starter — the first feed lambs see coming off their mothers. The cherry flavor drives intake in young lambs that are transitioning to dry feed. High fat (5%) for a creep is notable — it builds early condition and bloom alongside the protein. Some feeders continue Cherry Krave beyond weaning when lambs are thin or need palatability encouragement.
Real-World Feeding Rate
- Typical rate: 1 lb per 100 lb body weight; free-choice in creep feeders for young lambs
- Introduction timeline: Project start / weaning through first 6–8 weeks
Common Deviations from Label
No deviations found.
Breed-Specific Notes
No breed-specific notes found.
Phase Protocols
Weeks 12–9 | Foundation Phase
Primary use window. Start lambs on Cherry Krave at project beginning. Provide free-choice or at 1 lb/100 lb body weight.
Weeks 8–6 | Condition Building Phase
Transition to Power Takeoff or Show Star as lambs grow past the creep stage (approximately 60–90 lbs).
Stacking Protocols
Early-phase supplements stack on top of Cherry Krave: Opti-Ferm XL for gut health, Hair Magic Plus for early coat work. Transition to Power Takeoff or Show Star as lambs grow.
Budget Alternatives
- Show-Rite Newco Lamb Creep — comparable 18% mini-pellet medicated creep
- Kent Show Lamb Breeze 45DQ — 20% textured starter at similar protein level
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