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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 results can be seen in lower body weight, reduced feed intake, decreased feed cost efficiency and potential mortality.
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The impact on the farmer
We encourage beef cattle rearers and nutritionists to provide a 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 a growing beef animal’s best performance and overall health and well-being.