Kathy tells me that ours is now $22 – up from $20 per 50 pound bag or a 10% increase. But here is the thing about the cost of SBM with no other supplements. It is like using an electric car versus an ICE (internal combustion engine) car. When the price of electricity goes up, it’s still more cost effective.

Don’t get me wrong. I think increasing SBM 36% is a lot, is painful on the budget, and should be addressed. Maybe they made a mistake. But if they didn’t and won’t lower your price, the cost-benefit of adding a high quality protein versus the cost of illness or loss of use due to lameness is still a benefit.

I think we all want to know if SBM is going to rise. Remember, it is still a crop and costs rise not just in shipping but in seasonal issues too. By the way and for comparison, our SBM comes from Sandusky, Ohio and is shipped to south Florida.