Surplus ???

[cowman]

Regarding the gas guzzling SUV cowman, actually yesterday I was in the pickup instead hauling a load of salt and mineral home for the cows. Have to get out and mix it this am and put it out for the 'girls'. For some reason they are going through mineral this summer like never before.

[cowman]

I know what you mean with the salt/mineral thing! The cattle on the 320 acres we bought last year are eating me out of house and home!
I can be very much a cheapskate when it comes to inputs but one thing I have never compromised on is a good salt/mineral mix. I get a custom blend from Innisfail minerals. They do it right at their plant in Innisfail and though it is a bit more costly than over the shelf products, I believe it pays in the long run. The owner is a nutritionalist and is very helpful at giving you what you need.

[cowman]

I have high sodium content in my well water so have to use a custom blend to ensure that the cattle are getting what they need, as sodium ties up so much of the essential minerals.
Even the calves are going after the mineral like crazy, I can hardly keep enough in front of the herd !! I am with you on ensuring that they always get adequate minerals. An ounce of prevention in my opinion.