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Providing thought provoking information and resources for Ranchers that have a desire to be Responsible, Adaptive, and Profitable. From cows, to land, to people, and technology... issues every ranch deals with. Hosted by Justin Mills, a 4th generation Wyoming Rancher. A production of Working Ranch Magazine.
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Saturday Oct 12, 2024
Saturday Oct 12, 2024
Adding ZINC can reduce the impacts of muscle disease in cattle. Muscle Fatigue, which can be a precursor to animals not getting up and eating, thus leading to added stress, which leads to sickness. Dr. Stephanie Hansen, with Iowa State University (link to press release) has been leading the latest research on benefits of added zinc into the diet of the cattle. Today will review the results of two studies they have done that focuses on added zinc supplementation both after transportation and prior to transportation. We’ll discuss the optimal level, how you can add it, and the cost. Zinc… number 30 on the periodical table, but maybe it should be number 1 on your list to utilize this fall.
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