Consider mineral requirements when outwintering cattle

Fluctuations in mineral supply and antagonists within crops can affect the availability of minerals in outwintering and grazing systems

Katie Fallon
Livestock Specialist
clock • 6 min read
Copper, iodine and selenium are some trace elements which should be considered when outwintering cattle.
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Copper, iodine and selenium are some trace elements which should be considered when outwintering cattle.

Minerals are vital for most functions carried out within a cow's body and are crucial to overall cow health and the immune system. However, mineral nutrition is a balance which should be considered...

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