Acco is not the best feed in the world. I feed it, but there are many other good feeds out there. You need to choose the best feed for your animal. If you're looking for a Limosin again next year, try to find one that's got a stronger rear and more flank. You'll definitely want more condition on him; try to find a finishing ration that's got a high percent of fat in it...I wouldn't accept less than 5%...finishing my steer out, I never fed less than that. Walking your steer will help build muscle if you can't keep him tied up. Yes, you can ramp...but what I found to work was tying and walking everyday. You might could find a steer with a little more bone. Overall, the steer you had isn't horrible. He's a decent Limi steer with a few flaws--which they all have. I think the biggest improvement you can make for next year is to get a better feed. You can add corn or barley to your feed, both will put decent finish on your steer. I'd do whichever my steer liked better. If your steer is hard finishing, you might try both. But be careful of burnout. Whatever you do, make the adjustments such as adding corn or barely slowly or you're liable to send that steer off feed. Also, study your calf. If you know his flaws, a little bit of good showmanship can help you to hide them and give you the little push you need to place one slot higher.
