Phosphate Block
Reg. nr: V28833 | Act 36 of 1947
Class: Phosphate & Trace Mineral Supplement for Ruminants
Unit size: 25 kg
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This block is a mineral supplement for all classes of ruminants in the various stages of production and reproduction on green pastures deficient in phosphorus and some trace elements. Phosphorus is a key mineral for energy metabolism, reproduction and bone integrity. The supplement will stimulate DMI and utilization of lush grazing, thus improving reproduction and growth.
SPECIFICATION
FEEDING RECOMMENDATION
Make sure all the blocks are placed on well-drained areas and that all animals have access to adequate roughage or pasture where the lick blocks are placed.
RECOMMENDED INTAKE
Sheep: 20 - 35 g/head/day
Lactating Ewes: 30 - 40 g/head/day
Cattle: 100 - 140 g/head/day
Lactating Cows:150 - 200 g/head/day
Dairy Heifers: 70 - 150 g/head/day
WARNINGS
NPN WARNING: This product contains NPN-sources. Feed strictly according to recommendation. This is a supplement and not a feed, sufficient grazing or roughage must be available at all times. Protect this farm feed against rain - NPN is soluble and animals drinking such a solution could be poisoned. Do not feed this farm feed indiscriminately with other NPN containing farm feeds. Consult an animal nutritionist.
NPN TREATMENT: NPN-poisoning can be treated with the addition of vinegar. Mix vinegar with an equal amount of water and dose ±400ml per head of sheep and 1.5-2L per head of cattle.
