Boosting cattle health with organic minerals

The application of organic minerals during transition results in healthier animals. This was the main finding of a large scale controlled trial on multiple Belgian Blue beef farms. In particular, there was improvement in the cows’ zinc and selenium status, colostrum quality and inflammation. Furthermore, the survival rate of calves was increased. By Wilbert Litjens, technical manager, Selko Feed Additives The transition period is a crucial time and has a major effect on farm profitabilit