September 2021

The Importance of Mineral Bio-availability

Why do cows need mineral?

Skeletal development and maintenance, milk production, energy and basic body functions are just a few important functions that minerals play an important role in.

The Department of Animal Sciences, (Bill Weiss), Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center have published an interesting article on 'Mineral recommendations may shortchange cows'

Providing adequate mineral for your cattle is a great starting point for a sound nutrition program, combined with balancing adequate protein and energy. A program can be formulated to ensure your cattle have the nutritional tools to meet your production goals as efficiently as possible!

FOOD FOR THOUGHT!

Amidst the catastrophic effects from the Bushfires in Australia at present and the unprecedented climate change debacle, Angela Jackson (Economist at Equity Econmics, The Age) has written an article during the festive season on the need for a water strategy that reflects the importance of the Murry Darling Basin as the nations food bowl !

Jan 2020

Photo Credit : The Age

Mar 2020

The Team at Animal Mineral Solutions and Dairy Business Centre would like to assure you all aspects of the businesses remain operational and will continue trading as per usual, however we are taking some additional measures to safeguard the health and safety of our clients and staff.

We have made the following allowances;

Until we are informed differently, we have a good supply of raw materials and products available and we will endeavour to get products on farm or to our stockfeed clients as quickly as possible. Delays may be experienced if more severe restrictions on movements, are imposed.

Please ring the office ahead before coming into our office or warehouse, so we can clarify pickup times, and please always follow good hygiene practices.

If someone in your business is unwell, please let us know prior to a delivery as we do not want to put a staff member at risk.

Thank you for your business and patience during these challenging times.