MoorMan's® ShowTec® 18 Elite Lamb
Nutritionally balanced complete show lamb base ration — 18% protein with ammonium chloride to reduce urinary calculi risk in males
Always read and follow the product label directions for use, and consult your veterinarian before using any product.
Overview
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 18% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 2.5% (2.7% in SKU 11317AM) |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 4.5% |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
- Ammonium chloride — reduces urinary calculi risk in male sheep
- Lasalocid (Bovatec®) — coccidiostat (SKU 11317AM) OR Decoquinate (Deccox®) — coccidiostat (SKU 80939MPS)
- Full ingredient list on product label
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: 1 to 4⅔ lb per head per day (varies by body weight); alternate guidance: 3 lbs per 100 lb body weight daily
- Mineral supplement: Feed a minimum of 2 oz ShowTec #1 Mineral Supplement per head daily (or 2 oz per 100 lb body weight)
- Introduction: Feed as base ration throughout the growing/finishing period
- Species notes: Sheep/lambs
Show Circuit Use
Sources: admanimalnutrition.com, jakesfeed.com, farmercoop.com, performanceblenders.com
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Foundational base ration for the ShowTec lamb program. Feeders run this as the base and stack ShowTec-brand supplements on top — Fast Fat for cover, MoorGame for bloom/muscle, RumaFill for fill. ADM’s official stacking recommendation is Fast Fat at 8–16 oz/100 lb body weight on top of 18 Elite Lamb.
Real-World Feeding Rate
- Typical rate: ~3 lbs/100 lb body weight daily; split morning and evening
- Introduction timeline: Start of project (12+ weeks out)
Common Deviations from Label
Two variant SKUs exist (Bovatec vs. Deccox) — feeders should verify which version their retailer stocks, as withdrawal and show-day rules differ between the two medications.
Breed-Specific Notes
Phase Protocols
Weeks 12–9 | Foundation Phase
Introduce as primary base ration. Pair with #1 Mineral Supplement from day one.
Weeks 8–6 | Condition Building Phase
Continue as base. Add Fast Fat if animals are running behind on cover. Add MoorGame for bloom and muscle starting here.
Weeks 5–3 | Fill & Shaping Phase
Continue base ration. Introduce RumaFill if rib shape needs work. Manage intake to hit target weight.
Weeks 2–1 | Final Prep Phase
Continue. Monitor condition — reduce Fast Fat if over-conditioned; hold base feed intake steady.
Stacking Protocols
Official ADM stack: 18 Elite Lamb + #1 Mineral Supplement (2 oz/day) + Fast Fat (8–16 oz/100 lb/day for cover). MoorGame adds to this for bloom and muscle. RumaFill handles fill needs.
Budget Alternatives
- Show-Rite Newco Lamb Feed — comparable medicated texturized show base feed
- Sunglo Show Lamb — non-medicated texturized show base feed
- Umbarger Lamb 19% — Bovatec-medicated texturized show base feed
Community Tips
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Show Lamb Gale Force 18DQ | Kent Feeds | Textured | Mid-Range | 0.25 lb per 10 lb body weight daily |
| Show Star® | Kalmbach Feeds (Formula of Champions) | Textured | Mid-Range | 1 lb per 100 lb body weight daily |
| Show Lamb Breeze 45DQ | Kent Feeds | Textured | Mid-Range | 0.1 lb per 10 lb body weight daily |
| X-Factor | Kalmbach Feeds (Formula of Champions) | Textured | Mid-Range | 1 lb per 100 lb body weight daily |
| MoorMan's® ShowTec® 15.5 Lamb DC | MoorMan's ShowTec | Textured | Mid-Range | 3 lbs per 100 lb body weight daily |
More from MoorMan's ShowTec
Sources
- https://www.admanimalnutrition.com/webcenter/portal/ADMAnimalNutrition/pages_feed/showfeeds/showlamb/growingfinishing(manufacturer)
- https://jakesfeed.com/products/adm-moorman-s%C2%AE-showtec%C2%AE-18-elite-lamb(retailer)
- https://www.farmercoop.com/product/adm-moormans-showtec-18-elite-lamb/(retailer)
- https://performanceblenders.com/showtec-lamb-1(retailer)
