RE: Growing antlers.
Idon't buy into those "monster rack" formulas. A deers genetics determine the rack potential. Think of it this way, a human is what he/she is because of genetics. No matter how good of protein or diet you give a short person they will still be short.
NowI do agree that if the deer in your area have genetics that would allow for monster racks and there is a lack of protein/food/water that they will be smaller than normal.