Feeding Question

[OneFineAcre]

I have been to many seminars and read a lot of research and the general consensus in the academic world seems to be... it depends.

Lots of factors are involved

What forages and/or hay do they have access to?
Have you had them tested? do you know what the nutritional value is?
What stage are your goats in (open, pregnant, lactating, growing...)?
What condition are they in?
What kind of goats and what is your expectation of them? Milk goats will have higher nutritional needs than meat goats.

In my opinion, if your goats are healthy, growing well and in good condition without it, then don't. Keep a close eye on them. Late gestation and lactating mothers need more protein than ones who are not. I always feed at least a little, just so they will come when I shake the bucket.

I agree with the general consensus. It does depend.
I don't believe there is a "one size fits" feeding regimen for goats.