Minerals

Although required in relatively small quantities, minerals and vitamins have a fundamental effect on animal performance through their role in energy and protein utilisation. Inadequate mineral nutrition will lead to reduced performance and increased health problems.

NWF have formulated a comprehensive mineral range to help ruminant farmers achieve the most from their stock. Our formulations take account of the latest developments in mineral nutrition and information on bioavailability. All minerals are sourced to our own specification from leading mineral suppliers.

The range includes a mineral blends specifically formulate to compensate for the mineral deficiencies found in the forage samples in different parts of the country. All products are available with an “in-feed” or “free-access” option.

The NWF sales specialists are experienced in formulating tailored minerals based on animal requirement and the forage supply. They will recommend the appropriate level and source of chelates based on the most recent figures for minimum daily requirements for your animals.

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In addition to our standard mineral ranges we supply a number of products specifically tailored to meet the needs of today’s high yielding dairy cows:

NWF Stable Rumen Pak
Is designed to promote optimum rumen pH, reduce SARA and increase yields. For more information please click here

NWF Healthy Rumen Pak
Given the unprecedented rise in the cost of raw materials used to produce on farm minerals NWF have reduced our phosphorus inclusions and increased our levels of vitamin E, to improve fertility and reduce somatic cell counts (SCC’s). In addition to using Vitamin E, we would advise customers to add selplex to our standard range of minerals or their bespoke formulation. For more information please click here

Sel-Plex®
Selenium is an essential nutrient for animal health. Research shows that animals raised in the UK are not getting enough selenium in their diets, which can lead to health and performance challenges, resulting in poor production and profit loss.

Sel-Plex® is the organic form of selenium yeast. It is the first EU approved and the only FDA reviewed form of organic selenium. Supported by more than 15 years of research, Sel-Plex® is also the most proven form of organic selenium.

Because of its organic form, Sel-Plex® is better absorbed and retained by blood and tissues, allowing the animal to build critical nutrient reserves for general health and essential during periods of stress, such as calving. Dairy, beef and sheep farmers can observe several benefits from incorporating Sel-Plex® in their herd’s or flock’s ration:

What does Sel-Plex® do?

Sel-Plex® supports:

• Nutritional status of the calf and lamb
• Overall health
• Resistance to disease
• Normal immune function
• Normal reproductive function
• Good udder health
• Better milk quality
• Post-calving health

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For up to date market information and competitive prices or to discuss your mineral requirements please contact the trading team directly on 0800 262397 or click here