Items Tagged with 'phosphorus'
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As summer turnout approaches, making sure your cows are getting adequate nutrition to maintain lactation and be ready for rebreeding can be a tricky proposition. Here are some tips to keep them on track.
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Managing the cow herd for fertility in limited feed environments
While cow nutritional needs should always be near the top of producers’ minds, cows that prove resilient in harsh environments are likely to pass that trait to their offspring.
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Are salt blocks a barrier to your herd’s productivity?
Salt is an essential nutrient for your cow herd. But relying on salt blocks – even those with trace minerals included – to provide all the nutrients your cattle need is likely a mistake.
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Interpreting your forage analysis
Consideration to “price per nutrient” should be at the forefront when purchasing feed. Understanding a forage analysis is an essential step in determining that number.
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Forage sampling and analysis: Can we overemphasize its importance?
As fall and winter approach, producers should know what they expect from their forage. This will allow for more accurate testing and profitable feeding to cattle.
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What to look for when choosing a mineral supplement
Setting up an effective supplement program is more than simply finding the right mineral at the right price. Knowing your herd’s needs and thoughtfully comparing them to supplement labels will go a long way toward increasing profitability.
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Take the bite out of horn flies with fly control mineral
Consistent mineral intake can help ensure reliable coverage when using a feed-through fly control.
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Taking a good, hard look at minerals
Forage testing is obviously important for achieving optimal livestock nutrition. But understanding the relationships between different minerals is just as vital as knowing the raw numbers.
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