2009-03-17
Livestock farmers must put even more of an emphasis on highly effective magnesium supplementation around turnout this spring, particularly for lactating dairy cows and ewes.
20/02/09
Milk producers can make better use of the protein they are already feeding and spread the cost of this expensive feed ingredient, according to SCA NuTec’s ruminant nutritionist Norman Downey.
20/01/09
Rumenco has introduced a cost-effective high energy/low intake combination feed and mineral supplement for ewes pre-lambing and pre-tupping.
16/01/09
Lamb growth rates improved by almost 12% in the first five weeks of life, and weaning weights by 2kg/lamb, as a result of improved selenium status in ewes in late pregnancy and early lactation.
06/01/09
Sheep farming is facing more challenges this year maintaining profitability with rising fuel costs – but advances in feed technology means artificially reared lambs are now more viable and profitable.
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