Feeding a Novel Trace Mineral at Lower Levels to Grazing Stocker Cattle Does Not Impair Performance

Authors

C. S. Weibert, Kansas State UniversityFollow
W. R. Hollenbeck, Kansas State University, ManhattanFollow
S. B. Laudert, Micronutrients USA LLC, Indianapolis, IN
J. D. Kubick, Kansas State University, ManhattanFollow
Dale Blasi, Kansas State UniversityFollow

Keywords

trace minerals, stocker, grazing

Abstract

When grazing stocker cattle on native Flint Hills pasture, optimizing growth rate is important in determining overall profitability. The correct selection of mineral supplements is an important decision that can be used to help promote overall productivity during a grazing season.

Recommended Citation

Weibert, C. S.; Hollenbeck, W. R.; Laudert, S. B.; Kubick, J. D.; and Blasi, Dale (2017) "Feeding a Novel Trace Mineral at Lower Levels to Grazing Stocker Cattle Does Not Impair Performance," Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports: Vol. 3: Iss. 1. https://doi.org/10.4148/2378-5977.1349