StockMins-EweLamLac HE Trial
StockMins-EweLamLac HE Trial An independent lambing supplement trial was conducted where the performance of single bearing ewes and their lambs, offered a traditional supplement of Causmag®, Lime and Salt (CLS) from late-pregnancy to early-lactation, was compared to single bearing ewes and their lambs offered StockMins-EweLamLac HE (ELL-HE) over the same period. Key Points: Supplementing with StockMins-EweLamLac […]
Summer Bloat
Lucerne is a fantastic feed, especially during summer when winter-dominant pastures have matured and browned off. Lucerne’s high level of protein and digestibility make it ideal for growing weaners, enabling them to stack on the weight at a time when little else is on offer. However, grazing lucerne, especially fresh growing lucerne, can cause cattle […]
Reduce the Risks of Grazing Summer Weeds in Pasture and Stubbles
Key Points: Weeds springing up in summer pastures and stubbles can be harmful to livestock. Weeds can be the only green forage available in dry stubbles and pastures. Common signs of toxicosis include red faces, yellow and weepy eyes and swollen head. Toxin binders are effective at binding and neutralising the toxins in the weeds. […]
Grazing Stubbles this Summer
Key Points: Spilt grain in recently harvested stubbles is a great resource for boosting growth in sheep. A paddock grain assessment is vital in managing the grain load and risk of acidosis. For growing lambs, the inclusion of a protein source (lupins) can assist growth. StockMins-Stubble Starter is a buffered high protein supplement designed to […]
Maintain Lamb Growth on Summer Pastures
Key Points: The nutritional value of winter grasses declines as it matures. Growing lambs on mature green feed requires protein and energy supplementation. Supplementation of lush lucerne with grain can significantly boost live weight gain. Feeding a palatable hay (cereal hay) on lucerne can help reduce the risk of ‘Red-gut’. A combination of soil […]
Weaning
Key Points: Weaner growth and development is arguably the most important point of weaning. The condition of the cow is the best indicator for when it is time to weaning. It is more efficient to wean and feed weaners and cows separately than together. Effective weaning can boost the productive capacity of weaners throughout their […]
