Super-Min™ Heat Stress and FlyAway Supplement w' Garlic (20lb Pail)
Larger 20lb Size for Larger Operations
Key Benefits:
- Sangrovit®: Helps alleviate heat stress and inflammation, supporting overall cattle health.
- Garlic: Natural fly control to enhance comfort and reduce irritation.
Understanding Heat Stress in Cattle
Heat stress occurs when cattle are unable to cool themselves effectively, leading to a range of serious health issues, including reduced feed intake, lower milk production, decreased fertility, and increased vulnerability to disease. In severe cases, it can even result in death.
Super-Min™ Heat Stress Mineral Supplement is enhanced with Sangrovit®, a phytogenic feed additive known for its anti-inflammatory properties. Sangrovit® improves nutrient absorption, increases feed intake, supports gut health, and strengthens immunity. Scientific studies have shown that reducing respiratory rate and rectal temperature under heat stress conditions enables cattle to allocate more energy towards health and performance, rather than combating stress.
Why Cattle are Susceptible to Heat Stress
Cattle are particularly prone to heat stress due to their less efficient cooling mechanisms compared to other animals. Heat stress can affect both dairy and beef cattle, with significant negative impacts on their health, well-being, and productivity.
How Sangrovit® Works
Sangrovit® contains Isoquinoline alkaloids (IQs), a natural extract from Macleaya cordata, with over 20 years of research demonstrating its effectiveness in reducing inflammation and supporting gut health. A study from the University of Melbourne, Australia, found that cattle supplemented with Sangrovit® showed reduced respiration rates and rectal temperatures, allowing energy to be redirected toward health and productivity.
Economic Impact of Heat Stress
The economic consequences of heat stress are significant:
- Reduced Feed Intake: Cattle eat less during heat stress, leading to lower weight gain or even weight loss.
- Decreased Milk Production: Lactating cattle produce less milk, directly impacting income.
- Compromised Reproductive Performance: Heat stress can lead to lower conception rates, increased embryonic mortality, and longer calving intervals, resulting in fewer calves.
- Increased Disease Susceptibility: Heat-stressed cattle are more prone to diseases and health issues, leading to higher veterinary costs and reduced productivity.
- Mortality: Severe heat stress can result in cattle mortality, leading to direct financial losses.
- Lower Meat Quality: Heat stress can reduce carcass quality, affecting market value.
Invest in Your Cattle’s Health
Incorporating Super-Mol™ Tubs and Super-Min™ GoGro™ Mineral into your spring and summer supplementation program is a smart investment. The addition of Sangrovit® for heat stress management will cost an additional 10-20 cents per day per head, amounting to approximately $15-30 per head over a 5-month heat season. This investment can significantly mitigate the negative impacts of heat stress, protecting your cattle and your bottom line.
Comprehensive Heat Stress Management
In addition to nutritional interventions, implementing management strategies such as providing shade, ensuring access to clean, cool water, and using sprinkler systems or fans can further alleviate heat stress. Proper mineral supplementation plays a crucial role in maintaining electrolyte balance, supporting thermoregulation, and enhancing overall health and productivity.
Heat Stress Mineral Benefits:
- Electrolyte Balance: Replenishes essential minerals lost through sweating.
- Temperature Regulation: Supports normal bodily functions to help regulate body temperature.
- Improved Water Intake: Encourages hydration, preventing dehydration.
- Enhanced Immune Function: Bolsters immunity, reducing disease susceptibility.
- Reproductive Support: Aids in conception, fetal development, and sperm production.
- Improved Heat Tolerance: Certain minerals may enhance cattle’s ability to withstand heat stress.
- Overall Health and Performance: Maintains optimal performance even under stressful conditions.
Customized Supplementation
Specific mineral requirements vary depending on factors such as breed, age, and environmental conditions. Consult with a veterinarian or animal nutritionist to determine the appropriate heat stress mineral supplementation for your cattle.
And Don't Forget the Fly Away Garlic
When livestock consume garlic, it generates a subtle yet powerful odor that permeates through their skin and breath. This natural scent makes your animals less attractive to flies, creating an inhospitable environment for pests. Additionally, garlic can even reduce fly egg-laying in manure, extending its protective benefits.
Why Choose Fly Away Garlic?
- Natural & Safe: Made with pure garlic, this supplement offers a chemical-free solution for fly control, ensuring the well-being of your animals.
- Comprehensive Pest Management: Fly Away Garlic is most effective when used as part of a holistic pest management strategy, including proper sanitation, manure handling, and the use of fly traps.
Product Highlights:
- Proven Effectiveness: A reliable and all-natural fly deterrent suitable for all livestock.
- Deliciously Palatable: The garlic and salt blend not only works wonders but also boasts a savory flavor, making it highly palatable for your animals.
- Convenient Packaging: Packaged in a 20-lb re-sealable pail to maintain freshness and ensure easy application.
Additional Benefits of Garlic in Livestock Diets:
- Natural Parasite Control: Garlic's antiparasitic properties help control internal parasites like worms, reducing the parasite load.
- Immune System Boost: Rich in antioxidants, garlic enhances the immune system, helping livestock resist infections.
- Improved Digestion: Garlic stimulates digestive enzymes, aiding in better nutrient absorption and overall digestive health.
- Respiratory Relief: Garlic's expectorant properties can alleviate respiratory issues, reducing the severity of conditions like pneumonia.
- Natural Antibiotic: Allicin in garlic acts as a natural antibiotic, preventing and controlling bacterial infections.
- Appetite Stimulant: Garlic can enhance appetite, particularly during stressful periods or recovery from illness.
- Pest Repellent: The strong odor of garlic repels external pests like flies, ticks, and mosquitoes, improving animal comfort.
- Overall Well-Being: Regular use of garlic supports better health, increasing productivity and longevity in livestock.
Click on the links below to learn more about the power of Garlic.
Canadian Garlic Study- ~50% Fly Reduction
2023 Study on Garlic as a Fly Control