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How to recognise
Providing trace minerals in the wrong form and amount - either too low or too high - can negatively impact animal productivity. The impact can be seen in lower body weights, reduced feed intake, decreased feed cost efficiency and potentially, increased mortality.
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The impact on the farmer
We encourage feedlot managers, cattle feeders and nutritionists to work together to provide a highly bioavailable trace mineral source, capable of consistently and cost-effectively meeting the incremental needs of the animal. Continually delivering an optimised level of trace minerals is essential for maintaining finishing beef’s best performance, health and well-being.