Salt may be one of the most cost effective methods of increasing production. Research has proven supplementing with sodium can give a significant production response.
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Sodium in some form should be available at all times all year round
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A dairy cows salt requirements increase significantly when lactating, as large amounts of sodium are excreted in milk
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Young animals in rapid growth need sodium for new tissue formation
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When sodium is deficient appetite is suppressed
Summit AgSalt can be used on the farm for feeding direct to stock, for mixing with concentrate and supplementary feeds, animal licks, mixing with hay or silage, for salt drenching or water trough treatment, or for topdressing onto pasture. Other uses can also include sprinkling on weeds to kill them, for preserving skins and hides, and for water softening.
