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Magnesium Matters: Stop Grass Tetany in Cattle Before It Starts

Learn the symptoms of grass tetany in cattle Grass tetany is a metabolic disease brought on by low magnesium in the body and diet. This occurs most often when cattle are grazing lush, fast-growing grass or cereal grain pastures (legumes don’t pose a threat as they may contain twice the

Late-Season Fly Control and Prevention for Cattle: Finish Strong and Get a Jump on Next Season

While the majority of cattle producers are on top of fly control programs in the spring and summer that focus can shift as we get into late summer and early fall. This change in due diligence can allow fly populations to bounce back and set up a flood for the

Educate clients about equine feeding fundamentals

How do you recommend starting a feeding program? “Horses are grazers and thus are designed to consume small meals frequently throughout the day,” Raub said. “So, have owners start their feeding program on available hay and forage. They need to understand the quality and approximate nutritional value their hay and

Enhance Beef Cattle Reproduction: Improve Breeding Performance in Your Herd

Zinc: Aids in immunity, DNA synthesis and replication, and healing epithelial tissue. Manganese: Critical for fetal bone development and ensuring calf growth and health. Copper: Acts as part of the antioxidant system to protect against cellular damage. Cobalt: Promotes fiber digestion and is key to proper energy metabolism. Selenium: Crucial for antioxidant function, promoting immunity

Bringing Home Your New Show Cattle Project

“Lead the ‘calf’ to water” Providing fresh, clean water to livestock at all times is essential for your calf’s health, growth and performance. Water plays a key role in digestion, temperature regulation and overall well-being. Upon arrival, your calf may not instinctively locate the water source, so it’s important to

Amprolium for Chickens: Treating and Preventing Coccidiosis

What is coccidiosis and how can it affect chicks? Coccidiosis is a serious and common disease caused by parasites from the Eimeria species. These parasites attack the intestinal tract, leading to coccidiosis symptoms in chickens such as bloody droppings, poor growth and even death. Chickens contract coccidiosis by ingesting parasite

Your guide to feeding senior horses

Educating your clients on the nutritional needs of horses over the age of 15 doesn’t have to be complicated. Many thrive on their usual diets, but some might need adjustments to their diet based on health status and body condition. Learn how to help horse owners manage their older horse’s

Prevent Hoof Rot and Transform Hoof Health in Beef Cows

Addressing foot rot requires multiple strategies: Limiting environmental stressors that promote foot rot Monitoring the incidence of foot rot in the herd Aggressively addressing infection when it occurs Providing premium trace mineral nutrition that acts as a preventative measure Combatting environmental challenges The bacteria responsible for foot rot are present

Horses and H2O: How water maximizes nutrient intake

A lack of water for even a short period of time can quickly lead to significant health risks. However, horse owners must learn that proper hydration is not merely about drinking. Their horse’s needs will vary according to diet, nutrition needs and performance demands, and providing this information presents a

Better Eggs, Lower Cost: Home Fresh Extra Egg Layer Feed Delivers on Both

Egg Quality, Nutrition and Cost Savings: Home Fresh Study Results In a head-to-head study, we compared Home Fresh Extra Egg Layer to a leading national brand to see which feed truly delivers when it comes to egg production. We evaluated key performance metrics including cost per egg, egg quality (including

Understanding Heat Stress in Beef Cattle

What is Heat Stress in Beef Cattle? Heat stress occurs when a cow’s body temperature exceeds its normal range, due to high environmental temperatures and humidity. Cattle are particularly susceptible to heat stress due to their limited ability to sweat, making it challenging for them to cool down. This physiological

Nutrition Strategies for Easing Equine Travel Stress

Your clients with performance horses have precise nutrition demands for their equine athlete. While diet is integral to maintaining health year-round, the feeding and hydration choices made leading up to, and during, travel for competition can sometimes make the difference between winning and losing. With so much at stake for