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per cow per year based on tar- that vitamins lose their ac- The Midwest Cattleman · October 6, 2022 · P21
get intakes. Although some tivity over time, so only buy a eral with a target intake of
supplementation options are 3–4-month supply of mineral 3 oz per head per day should water source or shaded area
cheaper than others, remem- at a time. For smaller pro- last 25 cows for about ten where cattle will be more
ber that failing to provide a ducers, consider partnering days. Cattle have a desire to likely to visit it.
good quality mineral can lead with other small producers consume salt, so salt is the For more information on
to lost performance and pro- or local cattlemen’s associ- driver behind mineral in- finding the right mineral
ductivity of the herd. So when ations to take advantage of take. If cattle consume too supplement for your herd to
asked what the actual cost of bulk discounts on mineral. much mineral, consider plac- prevent mineral deficiencies,
mineral supplementation is, Lastly, remember it takes ing a bag of white salt out work with your nutritionist
I often start thinking about the same amount of labor to for a day or two to allow the or contact your local county
the price of a couple of open put out a poor-quality min- herd to cost-effectively meet extension office!
cows or the cost of increased eral as it does to put out a their desire for salt and then
morbidity or mortality on the good-quality mineral. Keep return to providing the free
operation. When looking at an eye on mineral intake choice mineral. If cattle are
the value of a calf in today’s to ensure the herd gets the not consuming enough min-
markets, I can quickly make most out of the mineral you eral, ensure that the miner-
a case for providing a good provide. A 50-lb bag of min- al feeder is located near the
quality mineral supplement
to the herd.
Shop around for the best
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