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Feed Solutions

Guide

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MINERALS

PRODUCTION IMPROVERS

MOIST FEEDS

DRIED FEEDS

LIQUID FEEDS

PIGS

ADDITIVES

4 - 7

8 -16

17 - 27

28 - 29

30 - 34

35 - 36

37 - 39


Disclaimer: Errors and Omissions Excepted. All sales are subject to terms and conditions - copy available on request. Please consult our qualified agricultural advisors. Suggested feeding rates are produced as a guide only and many other factors may have an overriding effect on animal response; no performance guarantee can be given. Rations should be carefully balanced for energy and protein, contain sufficient forage to maintain rumen function and be fortified with an appropriate vitamin and mineral supplement. Animals must have constant access to clean water. In all activities Specialist Nutrition adheres to the highest standard of health and safety procedures, and environmental compliance. We strongly recommend to all customers that they review their farm health and safety practices, and work environment to ensure they operate in safe working conditions.

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As an industry we face both tremendous challenges, and tremendous opportunities. Businesses and farms that adapt to different environments will not only survive, but will thrive long into the future.

At Specialist Nutrition we constantly seek out innovative, alternative solutions for you our customers, in order to help you to fulfill the long-term potential of your farm. As your nutritional partner it is our mission to provide you with quality, unique animal nutrition products and we work with innovative global organisations to bring you the very best product offerings. Our range of liquid and moist feeds are proof of this.

Not content to settle with the norm, we like to challenge the status quo and invite you to do the same in order to uncover what works for your farm and ultimately “Unlock Your Farm Potential”. We see ourselves as your partner in achieving this and measure our success based on your success.

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MINERALS PROVIDES ESSENTIAL NUTRITIONAL BALANCE FOR ALL CLASSES OF LIVESTOCK

OPTIMIN FORAGE BEEF

KEY FEATURESOPTIMIN INTENSIVE BEEF

• Optimin Intensive Beef is a mineral specifically formulated for cattle in intensive and semi-intensive feeding systems

• High levels of vitamin A, D3 and E, to account for the reduced level of forage intake

• Contains vitamins B1 and B12 to compliment high levels of cereals and low levels of forages

• Full range of macro and trace minerals, that compliment buffers and yeasts given to intensively fed cattle

FEEDING RATESBeef Cattle and Young Stock20g/100kg live weight/day

FEEDING RATESFinishing Beef Cattle20g/100kg live weight/day

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• Hoofcare: Mineral feed supplement formulated to improve hoof strength and reduce the incidence of lameness and hoof disorders in cows and cattle

• Biotin: Specific vitamin, included for hoof strength

• Extra Phosphorous: Can be added in cases of high levels of fodder beet and maize silage

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

KEY FEATURES

• Optimin Forage Beef is a general purpose mineral for cows and cattle indoors on grass silage or outdoors on grass

• Trace minerals and vitamins to help safeguard health and productivity of cattle

• Macro minerals to make-up the shortfall in macro mineral supply from forage based diets (e.g. calcium and sodium)

• A highly palatable, molassed mineral containing a full complement of essential vitamins, minerals and trace elements

Store in secure cool dry conditions. Care should be taken to ensure correct amounts are weighed and that the straight material is kept away from animal contact.

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• ProBeef Transition: All the benefits of ProBeef with the addition of an immunity package for cattle in transition to a new yard or undergoing some level of stress. ProBeef Transition is fed for 3-4 weeks during this transitional period, and then switched onto Optimin ProBeef. ProBeef Transition contains high levels of vitamin E, including natural vitamin E, which is more available in times of stress, as well as high levels of protected selenium

• EMX: Coccidosis is caused by a single cell parasite, that once ingested multiplies in the wall of the intestine, and is passed as an oocyst in the faeces. EMX is a feed additive to maintain the intestinal balance of young calves and thus to limit infection risks linked to the presence of coccidian oocysts. EMX works by creating an oxidative stress within the gut which impairs membranes of the coccidian

OPTIMIN PROBEEFKEY FEATURES

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

• A complete combination of minerals and additives, for intensively fed cattle with high levels of performance. ProBeef includes a unique combination of Yeasts, Buffers and Trouwferm to maximise feed efficiency, and minimise rumen problems

• Contains a balance of macro and trace minerals, vitamins and Vistacell Yeast, to optimise rumen function and minimise rumen upset

• Contains vitamins B1 and B12 to compliment high levels of cereals and low levels of forages as well as the B vitamin Nicotonic Acid

• Includes Trouwferm, a fermentation extract of Aspergillus oryzae, which is proven to increase rumen pH. Also increases cellulolytic bacteria, which in turn increases fibre digestion

FEEDING RATESHigh Performance and Intensively Fed Beef Cattle250g/hd/day


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• Anionic Salts: As an additional prevention against milk fever, in cases of high Potassium silages

• Biotin: The addition of biotin in the dry cow period helps the hoof post calving, when it is prone to damage

• Seaweed: Seaweed supplementation to improve the immune system and nutrition uptake of cows precalving. Good source of Iodine

OPTIMIN STANDARD PRECALVER

OPTIMIN PROTECTED PRECALVER

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

• Optimin Precalver is our proven high spec precalver designed to meet the requirements of cow and calf during the last 8 weeks of pregnancy. Now containing AO Mix

• High levels of vitamin E (8,000iu/kg) is supported with the inclusion of AO Mix; a blend of natural polyphenols, with proven anti-oxidant activity. This is equivalent to 10,000iu/kg vitamin E

• Contains selenium in the protected form as Selplex, which along with the high levels of vitamin E, boosts cow and calf immunity, and helps reduce the incidences of retained cleanings

• Protected zinc and protected copper sources increase the availability of these essential minerals

• High levels of magnesium, to help calcium mobilisation at calving and help prevent milk fever

FEEDING RATES

Cows for 8 Weeks Prior to Calving125g/hd/day

FEEDING RATES

Cows for 8 Weeks Prior to Calving125g/hd/day

KEY FEATURES


• A well balanced precalver mineral, for dairy and suckler cows prior to calving

• High levels of magnesium, to help calcium mobilisation at calving and help prevent milk fever

• Fully fortified with vitamins, minerals and trace elements for cow and calf health prior to calving

KEY FEATURES


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• Hoofcare: Feed supplement formulated to improve hoof strength and reduce the incidence of lameness and hoof disorders in cows and cattle

• Vivalto: A matrix blend of protected B vitamins, which play an important role in liver metabolism. Microbial production in rumen fermentation is a major source of B vitamins. However with modern, high, producing dairy cows a sufficient supply of B vitamins to the intestine, based on feed and microbial production, is not guaranteed.

KEY FEATURES

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

• Post calving mineral supplement designed as a fertility boost and in situations of recognised trace mineral deficiency or reduced immune function

• Contains a high level of phosphorous, to ensure maximum health, immune system response and fertility levels in good producing dairy cows

• Contains selenium in protected form as Selplex, which along with the high levels of vitamin E, boosts cow immunity

• Protected zinc, protected copper and protected manganese sources increase the availability of these essential minerals

OPTIMIN FERTILITY BOOST

FEEDING RATES

Cows Post Calving125g/hd/day

OPTIMIN HI PERFORMANCE DAIRY

FEEDING RATESCows Post Calving125g/hd/day

• Hoofcare: Feed supplement formulated to improve hoof strength and reduce the incidence of lameness and hoof disorders in cows and cattle

KEY FEATURES

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

• Post calving mineral supplement, formulated for cows on grass silage based diets or cows at grass

• Balance of macro minerals, vitamins and trace elements required to meet the demands of the high performance dairy cows, in terms of productivity and fertility

• Contains 5% phosphorous, to ensure maximum health, immune system response and fertility levels in good producing dairy cows

• Contains the required balance of vitamins and trace elements to further enhance performance and balance forages

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RUMEN BUFProtect your profit from SARA and acidosis

Acid Buf is a unique rumen buffer produced from calcareous marine algae. Its high buffering capacity and ability to buffer acid over a long period of time helps prevent against the incidence of acidosis. It is the best rumen buffer available, and also the market leader.

FEEDING RATESDairy Cows 50-80g/hd/dayBeef 25-50g/hd/day

• Acid Buf buffers the rumen for over 8 hours

• Has over 2.5 times the buffering capacity of sodium bicarbonate

• Its unique honeycomb structure has a large surface area, enabling it to absorb and buffer large amounts of acid

• Reduces cases of SARA and acidosis in herds

• Can be used in organic systems Bag Size

25kgs

KEY FEATURES

PRODUCTIONIMPROVERS ESSENTIAL FOR THE PRODUCTIVITY OF HIGH PERFORMANCE ANIMALS

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Vistacell acts as a probiotic to improve rumen and gut health by boosting the growth of beneficial rumen bacteria and improving rumen fermentation. By removing oxygen and competing for sugars in the rumen, Vistacell improves the environment for fibre digesting and lactate utilising microbes, allowing them to thrive and grow. The result is an increase in microbial protein production, an optimised rumen pH and improved fibre digestion. All factors which are essential in maximising the efficiency of high performing dairy cows.

VISTACELL FOR THE DAIRY HERD

• Increased milk yield by up to 2 litres/cow/day• Improved feed efficiency and increased Dry Matter intake• Reduced risk of acidosis• Improved dung consistency• Increased feed efficiency• Also available on Acid Buff Base instead of limestone flour as Vistacell AB 4%, to provide the benefits of Vistacell and Acid Buff in one combination product

VISTACELL FOR THE BEEF HERD

• Increased growth rate up to 10%• Up to 10% improvement in LWG• Also available on Acid Buff Base instead of limestone flour as Vistacell AB 4%, to provide the benefits of Vistacell and Acid Buff in one combination product• Permitted for use in organic production systems• Reduced risk of acidosis

YEAST

• Supplies more live yeast cells than other yeast products

• Removes oxygen, to improve the rumen environment

• Increases fibre digesting bacteria, to improve rumen efficiency

• Increases lactic acid utilising bacteria, to improve rumen efficiency

FEEDING RATESDairy Herd 100g/hd/dayBeef Herd 50g/hd/day

IMPROVES OVERALL RUMEN EFFICIENCY

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PRODUCTIONIMPROVERSESSENTIAL FOR THE PRODUCTIVITY OF HIGH PERFORMANCE ANIMALS

KEY FEATURES

EFFECT OF VISTACELL ON FEED EFFICIENCY OF FIRST LACTATION

HEIFERS

Feed

Effi

cacy

(kg

FPCM

/ kf D

MI)

1.5

1.6

1.7

1.55

1.65

1.75

CONTROL VISTACELL

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Vistapre-T causes faster colonisation of fibrous material

KEY FEATURES

• Improves digestibility of a wide range of forages

• Increase DMD value and ME value of different forages

• Make the most of home grown forages

• Liquid application to speed activity

Vistapre-T is a unique liquid pre-treatment product that creates a window of opportunity to unlock the energy potential from fibre in forage. This allows producers to extract more value from their home-grown forages.

FEEDING RATES

Vistapre-T is a liquid product added to forage prior to feeding and water must be added. Quantity fed is dependent on DMI. Consult with your nutritionist for application rates to your forage.

FEED AND FORAGE PRE-TREATMENT

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Breaks down forage roughening up the surface of the fibre causing pits to form.

These pits enable the easy attachment and colonisation of anaerobic bacteria, reducing the lag time to digestion.

1

2

Pits

Bacteria


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NOTE: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ANY UREA OTHER THAN FEED GRADE UREA BE OFFERED IN DIETS FOR LIVESTOCK WHERE USE OF UREA AS A FEED ADDITIVE IS REQUIRED, PROFESSIONAL ADVICE MUST BE TAKEN AS THE RATES CAN VARY WIDELY.

Bag Size 25kgs

FEEDING RATES

Dairy Cows Up to 100g/hd/dayBeef Up to 100g/hd/day

FEED GRADE UREA

FEED GRADE UREA provides a good source of effective rumen degradable protein (ERDP) to adult ruminants, but care should always be taken to ensure diets are correctly balanced. As feeding levels are very low due to its high nitrogen content, it is essential that urea is mixed thoroughly with other feeds prior to offering to animals.

KEY FEATURES

• Highly concentrated effective nitrogen source for adult ruminants

• Supplies rapidly available nitrogen

• Good balancer for low protein, high energy feeds

• Can be used to preserve moist forage or grain

• Alkaline pH results from hydrolysis with water

• The highest % of protein of any feed on the market, when used

correctly will reduce the protein cost of any rationStore in secure cool dry conditions. Care should be taken to ensure correct amounts are weighed and that the straight material is kept away from animal contact.

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A superb quality protected fat; Golden Flake strongly promotes milk yield in early lactation. It also helps improve cow condition and butterfat percentage.

As with other dry feeds, fats should be stored in cool dry conditions. Care should be taken to ensure correct amounts are weighed into rations and that the straight material is kept well away from animal contact. Fats are normally available to all areas throughout the year, though adequate notice needs to be given to ensure timely delivery of small loads.

KEY FEATURES

Extremely high in energy • Increases milk yield

Good balance between C16 & C18 content • C16 helps improve butterfat • C18 helps body condition scores • Helps reduce bodyweight loss in early lactation, this is linked to improved fertility

Protected from rumen degradation • Does not interfere with fibre digestion in the rumen • Energy is delivered to the small intestine where it is used more efficiently

Ease of handling • Golden-coloured, free-flowing flakes are easily handled and mix very well into the ration

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FEEDING RATES

Dairy Cows200g - 500g/hd/day

Beef Cattle150g - 250g/hd/day

Depending on the stage of lactation and level of feeding, using Golden Flake typically results in a milk yield rise of 2 to 2.5 litres/cow/day compared to feeding no protected fat.

2L - 2.5L MORE MILK/COW/DAY

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KEY FEATURES

Extremely high in energy, particularly C16 fatty acids • Drives butterfat production in the udder • Improves milk yield

Protected from rumen degradation • Extremely high melting point • Will not interfere with fibre digestion in the rumen • Energy is delivered to the small intestine where it is used very efficiently

Highly digestible• High rate of feed conversion efficiency

Highly Palatable• Unlike other protected fats it does not depress feed intakes

Ease of handling • Snow-white, the free-flowing flakes are easily handled and incorporate very well into the ration

A superb quality protected fat; Butterfat Extra promotes butterfat percentage and milk yield to help maximise your milk solids output.

Depending on stage of lactation and level of feeding, using Butterfat Extra typically results in a rise in butterfat of up to 0.4% and a milk yield increase of 1.5 litres/cow/day.

0.4% BUTTERFAT

1.5L MORE MILK

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FEEDING RATES

200g - 500g/hd/day

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FEEDING RATES

HOW DOES IT WORK?

ULTRASORB MODE OF ACTION BINDS - NEUTRALISES - TRANSFORMS

Dairy 20g/hd/day as a top dress or added to TMR

Beef 10g/hd/day as a top dress or added to TMR

Calves, Sheep & Goats 6-10g/hd/day as a top dress or added to TMR

Horse Add to rations at 40g/hd/day

MYCOTOXIN ABSORBENT

Mycotoxins are poisons produced from the secondary metabolic processes which occur naturally in a variety of moulds that grow on food crops. The amount and type of mycotoxin produced varies by the type of mould prevalent during different environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. Stress on crops from insects, weeds and weather also influence mould growth and mycotoxin production.

Mycotoxins can lower feed consumption and feed conversion, reduce disease resistance, increase reproductive problems, reduce performance, and restrict genetic expression of traits.

KEY FEATURES

When Mycotoxins are present in feed, treating with UltraSorb can result in:

• Increased intakes

• Increased milk production

• Increased growth rates

• Improved fertility

• Reduced litter and flock mortality

• Better herd, flock and litter health

• Clay mineral particles - bind the “polar” mycotoxins

• Yeast wall components - bind to toxins and pathogenic bacteria

• Yeast cell extracts - modifies toxin structures to render them non-toxic

• Microbial nutrient package - supports tissue and beneficial microflora recovery

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A complete mineral-vitamin integration to meet the needs of high-performance beef animals. Stimulating ruminant protein synthesis by microorganisms, with the addition optimising the microbial synthesis of amino acids such as methionine and cysteine. Live Yeast NCYC Sc 47 promotes the decrease in the oxygen tension at rumen level, creating an optimal environment for the development of microbial flora. A stabilising action on the ruminal pH (in synergy with sodium bicarbonate) stimulates cellulosolytic flora, increases digestibility of the fibre, increases dry matter and increases utilisation of the TMR being fed.

Optimum integration of Vitamin PP (Niacin), essential in energy metabolism, essential vitamins for growth, stimulating action on rumen microbial protein synthesis. Pool of vegetable extracts, enhancers and optimisers of ruminal fermentations that result in an improvement in the qualitative and quantitative performance of animals. The high appetising power of plant extracts stimulates the appetite of animals, increasing feed intake.

Beef Cattle 40-50 g/hd/day

Dairy Cows 50-70 g/hd/day

Lambs 2.5-5 g/hd/day

FEEDING RATES

KEY FEATURES

• Complete and balanced Vitamin/Mineral integration

• Optimisation of protein synthesis

• Stabilisation of the ruminal pH

• Best fibre digestibility = better feed utilisation

KEY FEATURES

• Greater appetite

• Improved energy metabolism

• Optimises rumen fermentation

• Improved growth

MAZZOLENI S-N SPECIAL BOOSTER

MAZZOLENI S-N FIT 1 FARMER

Beef Cattle80-100 g/hd/day, adding 100-150g ofLimestone aside.

FEEDING RATES

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Bag Size 12.5kgs

Offer Axcelera-C in addition to your existing milk programme

3-21 Days Offer ad lib as a starter feed replacement

21 Days - Weaning Offer 150g/hd/day placed on top of starter feed

For group-housed calves Mix 15% Axcelera-C fresh every day with your starter feed

OFFERING AXCELERA-C FROM DAY 3 ACCELERATES RUMEN DEVELOPMENT AND CALF PERFORMANCE

Axcelera-C from AB Neo is the world’s first Accelerator for calves. Each calf is offered only a handful of Axcelera-C from day 3 until weaning to supplement the existing calf milk diet. Enhanced calf nutrition is the route to lifetime performance for beef and dairy cattle, and Axcelera-C is an easy way of supplying the calf with even more lactose. Axcelera-C applies unique formulation and process technology to create a highly palatable, ultra-high lactose accelerator for calves. Unlike liquid milk, it enters and is digested directly in the rumen, accelerating its development from day 3. Trials show accelerated calves grow faster, show faster rumen development and can be weaned earlier, with reduced growth check at weaning. Incidence and severity of nutritional scours are also reduced.

FEEDING

RATES

Age NATIVA AXCELERA-C

Morning Feed Evening Feed Daily

0 - 2 Days - - -

3 - 7 Days 2.5L 2.5L Ad - lib

8 - 25 Days 3.0L 3.0L Ad - lib

25 Days - Weaning 2.5L 2.5L 150g in starter feed

KEY FEATURES

• Accelerated calves grow faster

• Faster rumen development through earlier and greater solid food intake

• Enables earlier weaning age, with reduced check at weaning

• Reduced incidence and severity of nutritional scours

• Improved lifetime milk yield, longevity and fertility in dairy cows


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C★TRAFFORDGOLD comes from the Cerestar processing facility in Manchester. It is produced as a result of processing wheat to make four key ingredients for human foodstuffs; starch, glucose syrups, vital wheat gluten and alcohol.

C★Traffordgold can be fed to most livestock in a wide range of feeding situations. Whether used as part of a total mixed ration (TMR), as a sole concentrate feed or even as a forage replacer, care should be taken to ensure sufficient long fibre is fed.

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Always store this product on a clean and dry concrete base. Whether fed fresh or ensiled, it should be clamped, the air excluded, consolidated and covered with a secure clean airtight sheet. Contact our team for any additional handling & storage advice.

Dairy CowsUp to 15kg(typically 8kg)/hd/day fresh weight

Young StockUp to 11kg(typically 5kg)/hd/day fresh weight

Beef CattleUp to 15kg(typically 7kg)/hd/day fresh weight

SheepUp to 2kg (typically 1kg)/hd/day fresh weight

(20kgs fresh weight = 4kgs dry matter)

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KEY FEATURES

• Highly palatable

• Value for money

• Simple and convenient

• Fully traceable

• Suitable for pitting during summer for subsequent winter feeding

• Ideal buffer feed

TYPICAL ANALYSIS (Dry matter basis except DM)

Dry Matter 50%

Crude Protein 20%

Oil 5%

NDF 21%

Starch 17.5%

Sugar 6.5%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 13.4

MOIST FEEDSQUALITY CO-PRODUCT FROM THE FOOD AND DRINKS INDUSTRY

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Age NATIVA AXCELERA-C

Morning Feed Evening Feed Daily

0 - 2 Days - - -

3 - 7 Days 2.5L 2.5L Ad - lib

8 - 25 Days 3.0L 3.0L Ad - lib

25 Days - Weaning 2.5L 2.5L 150g in starter feed

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FEEDING RATES

Dairy CowsUp to 20kg/hd/day fresh weight


BeefUp to 20kg/hd/day fresh weight

KEY FEATURES

• Contains good quality protein and energy

• Improves rumen fermentation

• Enhances dry matter intakes

• Ideally suited for milk production helping maintain rumen function

• Excellent feed for ruminants

• Easily stored and incorporated into many feeding systems

• Excellent buffer feed

BREWERS GRAINS

BREWERS GRAINS is a co-product from the production of beer. The intake of malt is allowed to soak in warm water to remove the sugars as ‘wort’ with the fibrous and protein residue being separated off as ‘Brewers Grains’. Brewers Grains can be fed to all livestock in a wide range of feeding situations. Whether used as part of a total mixed ration (TMR), as a sole concentrate feed or even as a forage replacer, care should be taken to ensure sufficient long fibre is fed.


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Dry Matter 18-24%

Crude Protein 22%

Oil 7%

NDF 62%

Starch 5%

Sugar 2%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 11.7

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Joe and Kevin Doran are a father and son partnership farming 200 acres in Donadea, Naas Co. Kildare. They are milking 130 high yielding purebred Holstein cows, averaging an impressive 9,500kgs per lactation. Two years ago, Kevin and Joe were concerned that they were not getting the most from their cows. Working with Specialist Nutrition, over time they have increased milk output by 17%, while reducing the cost of feed per head.

Father & Son Duo in

Co. Kildare Unlock

their Full Farm

Potential With +17%

Milk Yields Using

Brewers Grains

Animal Potential

UNLOCKING ANIMAL POTENTIALWorking with Specialist Nutrition the Doran’s identified that there were two main issues with milk yield underperformance; animal intake and achieving a year-round balanced diet. To address this Brewer’s Grains, a co-product from the brewing industry, was introduced on the farm. As a highly palatable feed, with good crude protein and energy density levels, Brewer’s Grains works perfectly in their winter diet as it increases animal intakes and provides the protein levels required to maximise their pedigree cows performance. For the remainder of the year the Doran’s use Brewer’s Grains in times of poor grass growth to ensure they are achieving a consistently balanced diet. Kevin added: ‘Brewer’s is a really good source of protein and we’ve seen our cows yield improve, while maintaining our protein and butterfat percentages throughout the year.’

UNLOCKING FARMER POTENTIALWhile increasing milk production, they’ve also reduced their feeding costs; resulting in a more profitable farm.

According to Kevin “Not only have we increased our yields in the last two years but we also have an excellent blueprint to move forward with into the future, which means we’ll continue to maximise the potential of our farm.”

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land Potential

UNLOCKING LAND POTENTIAL Throughout the weather difficulties in 2018, the Doran’s maintained Brewer’s Grains in their cow’s diet. This reduced their dependency on grass and as a result they weren’t forced to put cows out on wet grass or eat into valuable silage stocks.

Kevin added; “With Brewers Grains we haven’t been forced to poach our land in times of extreme wet weather, and during drought periods we haven’t been forced to overgraze the land.”

AT A

GLA

NCE

130HOLSTEIN

COWS

200 ACRES

+17% INCREASED

MILK YIELD9,500KGS MILK YIELD

3.4% PROTEIN

3.8% BUTTERFAT


NORTHERNGOLD is a co-product of the distilling industry. It is a natural product high in oil and protein, making it an excellent feed for all animals.

Whether used as a total mixed ration (TMR) or part of a simple mix, it can make up 10% of a diet fed with straw or hay. This makes it a great feed for dry cows and store cattle.

NORTHERNGOLD

Dairy Up to 20kg/hd/day fresh weight

Beef Up to 20kg/hd/day fresh weight

Sheep Up to 3kg/hd/day fresh weight

FEEDING RATES


Dry Matter 18-24%

Crude Protein 22%

Oil 7%

NDF 62%

Fibre 5%

Sugar 2%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 11.7


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KEY FEATURES

• Medium dry matter feed

• High fibre and protein

• Suitable to feed ad lib with forage

• Ideal balancer with cereals

• Easy to store

• Increases total feed palatability


NORTHERN EXTRA

NORTHERN EXTRA is a co-product of the distilling industry. NORTHERN EXTRA can be fed to most livestock in a wide range of feeding situations. Whether used as part of a total mixed ration (TMR), as a sole concentrate feed or part of a simple mix, care should be taken to ensure a good long fibre source is present and that adequate mineral and vitamin supplementation is added.

KEY FEATURES

• Succulent feed

• High protein and energy mainly from grain


• Ideal as an inclusion in all ruminant feeds

• Excellent supplement to cereals for store cattle


• Traceable supply chain from human drinks industry


Dry Matter 25-30%

Crude Protein 30-33%

Oil 10%

NDF 36%

Starch 8%

Sugar 1.5%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 14.5

FEEDING RATES


Growing CattleCan be fed ad-lib and typically up to 50% of the dry matter intake

Finishing CattleCan be fed ad-lib and typically up to 50% of the dry matter intake

SheepUnless specifically recommended, it should not be used in sheep diets because of the risk of copper toxicity


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EORNAGOLD is produced from pressed residual (spent) grains, evaporated syrup and a centrifuged cake residue from the whiskey distillation process. Initially, water is added to milled corn or barley and malt, and processed in the brew house to extract sugars for fermentation by yeast.

Eornagold can be fed to most livestock in a wide range of feeding situations. Whether used as part of a total mixed ration (TMR), as a sole concentrate feed or part of a simple mix, care should be taken to ensure a good long fibre source is present and that adequate mineral and vitamin supplementation is added.

EORNAGOLD

KEY FEATURES

FEEDING RATES

Dairy CowsUp to 10 kg/hd/day fresh weight

Beef CattleUp to 10 kg per head per day fresh weight (mixtures of 50:50 Eornagold: Cereals give good results)

• Ideal as an inclusion in dairy feeds

• Excellent supplement to cereals for beef cattle


• High quality protein

• High energy content



Dry Matter 30-32%

Crude Protein 28%

Oil 10%

NDF 43%

Starch 6%

Sugar 1%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 13.5

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Dan and Bernie Crowley, farming in Dripsey, Co. Cork, have a high yielding pedigree herd; with a heavily stocked grazing platform of over 4 livestock units per hectare. Faced with the challenges of managing an indoor winter-feeding system and a need to supplement their grass-based system at key times during the remainder of the year, the Crowleys began to work with Specialist Nutrition in early 2014 by incorporating Eornagold into their diet. Since that time their milk yield has increased by +8%, while milk solids have grown by over 13%.

Cork Dairy Farmer

Increases Milk Yields By

8% using Eornagold, a

Distillery Co-Product

land Potential

UNLOCKING LAND POTENTIAL As with most farms, land is a limiting factor for the Crowleys and they face an ongoing challenge to unlock their farms full potential on a grazing platform of 120 acres, while maintaining a very high stocking rate. However, using Eornagold the Crowleys have been able to utilise their land better on the shoulders of the year; which has ensured their land isn’t overgrazed & yearly output from grass is maximised using a careful grassland management approach.

Dan explained: “To maintain grass regrowth and get the most out of our land it’s crucial for us that we keep our land in good condition. This is particularly important at the shoulders of the year, as we need a system in place that ensures we’re not forced to put animals out on wet land that could cause long-term damage. Eornagold allows us to carefully manage this.”

UNLOCKING FARMER POTENTIALSitting high above the banks of the River Lee, the Crowley’s farm is prone to drought from time to time; this poses a serious risk to their business and something they have been keen to manage. By incorporating Eornagold into their diet they have insulated their business from any potential impact a bad weather period or poor silage quality may have. This, coupled with reducing their overall feeding costs, gives the Crowley’s confidence in their long-term business viability. Dan explains “We run a busy farm unit, so I need to have a system in place that’s reliable and runs smoothly. Every business or farm carries risk and Eornagold is part of my insurance policy in managing the risks associated with maintaining a productive and profitable system. Since using Eornagold I’ve seen positive results in the milking parlour, with overall feeding costs reduced.”

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UNLOCKING ANIMAL POTENTIALRunning a busy farm of over 470 livestock units, including 200 dairy cows and 40 pedigree breeding bulls, means the Crowleys need a reliable source of feed that enables them to get the most out of their high potential animals. Working with Pat Coakley from Specialist Nutrition, they rebalanced the herds diet with an emphasis on increasing animal intakes to unlock their full potential.

Dan added: “Since I started dealing with Specialist Nutrition and including Eornagold into my herds diet, I’ve seen an increase in milk production, while at the same time my cows health has been maintained. There’s also been a great improvement in the condition of my pedigree bulls.

I couldn’t be happier with the impact it has had.”

Eornagold is a co-product from the distillery industry. It is highly palatable in nature, and is an excellent source of high quality protein, along with providing good energy density. By introducing this product, the Crowleys have been able to increase animal intakes, with the additional benefit of reduced sorting at the head-feed; resulting in increased milk output and quality.

Dan explained how they use Eornagold to ensure a year-round consistent diet: “Our winter diet is based around Eornagold and silage as the main protein source, so we pit in the summer to ensure a supply for this busy period. For the remainder of the year we hold a supply of Eornagold mixed with soya hulls; and use this as part of a buffer feed to maintain production levels and cow condition when required.”

AT A

GLA

NCE

200COWS

120 ACRES

GRAZING

PLATFORM

+13%INCREASED

MILK

SOLIDS

8%

INCREASED

MILK

yield

Animal Potential


FEEDING RATES

Dairy Up to 20% dry matter intake

Beef Up to 20% dry matter intake in adult animals

Sheep Up to 10% dry matter intake(ewes)

APPLE POMACE APPLE POMACE is produced when apples are pressed in the manufacture of apple juice/cider. The remaining pulp is high in digestible fibre and therefore a valuable and nutritious feed. This co-product is a succulent moist feed ideal for inclusion in ruminant diets.

Apple Pomace is an excellent supplement to grass and maize silages when supply is limited or of poor quality. It makes an excellent buffer feed and can promote the intake of less palatable feeds.

KEY FEATURES

• Good source of digestible fibre


• Cheaper energy source than grass silage

• Ideal forage replacer or extender

• Stimulates feed intake

• Reduces the cost of animal production

• Natural and traceable feed product

• High fibre, high sugar moist feed which is ideal to compliment silage


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CAUSEWAYGOLD is produced in the manufacture of whiskey. Causewaygold can be fed to most farm livestock in a wide range of feeding situations. Whether used as part of a total mixed ration (TMR), as a sole concentrate feed or even as a forage replacer, care should be taken to ensure a good long fibre source is present.

CAUSEWAYGOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Protein and energy feed

• Improves rumen fermentation

• Very palatable and enhances dry matter intakes

• Ideally suited for milk production helping maintain rumen

function


• Good digestible fibre

• Excellent value energy source

FEEDING RATES


Beef CattleUp to 20kg/hd/day fresh weight




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Dry Matter 22-25%

Crude Protein 22%

Oil 7%

NDF 62%

Fibre 5%

Sugar 2%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 11.7


CREIDGOLDCREIDGOLD is a co-product from the manufacture of Irish whiskey. It is a natural product high in oil and protein making it an excellent feed for all animals. Whether used as a total mixed ration (TMR) or part of a simple mix, it can make up 10% of a diet fed with straw or hay. This makes it a great feed for dry cows and store cattle.

Dairy Up to 20kg/hd/day fresh weight


Sheep Up to 3kg/hd/day fresh weight

FEEDING RATES

KEY FEATURES

• Medium dry matter feed

• High fibre and protein feed

• Suitable to feed ad lib with forage

• Ideal balancer with cereals

• Easy to store

• Increases total feed palatability

• A highly nutritious moist feed which is excellent for beef and milk production


Dry Matter 20-25%

Crude Protein 22%

Oil 7%

NDF 62%

Fibre 5%

Sugar 2%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 11.7

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CreidExtra is a very palatable moist feed that is high in energy and protein.

CREIDEXTRAKEY FEATURES

• A succulent and palatable moist feed

• A ready source of fermentable energy and protein

• Distillery products contain high levels of yeast fragments

• Can be ensiled, fed alone or with other moist feeds to ensure a balanced diet

Dairy Up to 10kg/hd/day fresh weight (typically fed at 5 – 8kg)

Beef Up to 10-12kg/hd/day fresh weight (typically fed at 4-6 kg)

Sheep Unless specifically recommended, it should not be used in sheep diets because of the risk of copper toxicity

FEEDING RATES

ESTIMATED ANALYSIS (Dry matter basis except DM)

Dry Matter 25-28%


Oil 10%

NDF 36%

Starch 4%

Sugar 1.5%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 14.5

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BEET PULP

DRIED FEEDSQUALITY CO-PRODUCT FROM THE FOOD AND DRINKS INDUSTRY

KEY FEATURES

• Improves diet and palatability

• Increases milk solids

• Allows energy intakes to be increased without increasing the risk of acidosis associated with cereal feeding

• Good quality fibre

• Suitable for use ‘in parlour’ automated and floor feeding systems

A high digestible fibre based, palatable energy feed.

HANDLING & STORAGE

Beet pulp is usually available all year round, nationwide as bulk tipped. Like all dry feeds, they should be stored in a secure shed, bunker, bin or hopper and kept cool, dry and free from vermin.

Dairy Up to 6kg (typically 3kg) /hd/day fresh weight


Sheep Up to 1kg (typically 0.5kg) /hd/day fresh weight

Pigs Up to 1kg/hd/day or up to 50% of the DMI

FEEDING RATES

TYPICAL ANALYSIS (on a dry matter basis)

Dry Matter 89%

Crude Protein 9.5%

Oil 1%

Fibre 18.1%

Sugar 3.7%

Energy ME (MJ/KG DM) 12.5

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An extremely high energy mid protein feed, rich in digestible fibre plus oil and providing a good source of bypass protein.

DRIED DISTILLERS GRAINS


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KEY FEATURES

• Stimulates intakes of less palatable feeds

• Contains good quality protein

• Promotes fibre digestion and overall feed efficiency

• Allows energy intakes to be increased without increasing the risk of acidosis associated with high starch feeds

• Suitable for use in automated and floor feeding systems

Available nationwide, as bulk tipped or blown loads. Like all dry feeds, they should be stored in a secure shed, bunker, bin or hopper and kept cool, dry and free from vermin.

HANDLING & STORAGE

Dairy Up to 4kg (typically 3kg) /hd/day fresh weight


Sheep* Up to 1kg (typically 0.5kg) /hd/day fresh weight (*seek advice)

FEEDING RATES

TYPICAL ANALYSIS (on a dry matter basis)

Dry Matter 90%

Crude Protein 28.8%

Oil 10%

Fibre 32%

Sugar 6%

Energy ME (MJ/KG DM) 13.6


LIQUIGOLD

LIQUIGOLD is a liquid feed made of molasses CMS, syrup and raffinate. LiquiGold is suitable for inclusion in the diets of all ruminant livestock and can offer a very cost effective way to increase the palatability of feeds whilst contributing good levels of energy and protein.

HANDLING & STORAGETanks should be built to hold and dispatch bulk liquids and care should be taken to ensure they are cleaned out from time to time to ensure no build-up of sediment. 4 inch diameter pipework is adequate to handle LiquiGold. Available in lots of 10 tonne or greater. Discounts available on full artic loads.

FEEDING RATESBeef CattleTypically 10% can be included depending on the nature of the other feeds in the mix and subsequent storage facilities for the finished ration

Dairy CowsTypically 2kg/hd/day

Young StockTypically 10% of diet from 4 weeks of age

KEY FEATURES

• High energy liquid blend

• Contains high levels of quality sugar and protein

• Provides sugar in two forms; sucrose and glucose

• Easy to handle in all weather conditions


• Helps to promote high dry matter intakes

• Highly digestible and contributes to rumen fermentation

• Ideal for binding dusty or mealy ingredients in your TMR


Dry Matter 62%

Crude Protein 16%

Oil 3%

NDF 0%

Starch Trace

Sugar 46%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 12


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Maintaining milk output throughout the winter and balancing his herds diet into the spring, while controlling his feed costs, were key challenges that dairy farmer James Nally wanted to overcome. Farming in Glasson outside Athlone, James has grown his British Friesian herd from 100 to 200 cows, along with farming 60 replacement heifers and 120 beef cattle, which he sells as weanlings. In 2013 James worked with Specialist Nutrition to incorporate Liquid Feeds into his herds diet in an effort to maximise intake and increase production throughout the winter period. “With the help of Specialist Nutrition, we worked to achieve a balanced diet throughout the year and we’ve been rewarded well in terms of production and general health of our animals.”

Westmeath Farmer

Uses Liquid Feeds from

Specialist Nutrition

to Unlock the

Potential of his Farm

- Increasing His Milk

Production By 20%

Animal Potential

UNLOCKING FARMER POTENTIALIn order to build a sustainable business and manage risks to his farm output and profitability, James knew he needed a reliable, alternative source of feed that complimented his grass-based system. By investing in a second-hand tank for liquid storage and using Liquid Feeds throughout the year, James has been able to achieve this.

Tank costs were quickly re-cooped through a 20% increase in milk output and a 5% reduction in winter feed costs.

UNLOCKING ANIMAL POTENTIAL Using only baled silage, which can be variable quality, James struggled to maintain a consistent diet and the impact on milk output was noticeable. To address this, and in an effort to maximise production, while controlling costs throughout the winter milking period, James introduced Eornasyrup into his herds diet.

Eornasyrup is a highly palatable feed, which is favourable when dealing with variable quality silage bales. This, along with the fact that it is high in protein, provides a very digestible feed which compliments James’s low protein grass silage. As a result, James has been able to maintain his milk quality, without having to supplement his feeding programme with expensive feeds. All while growing milk solids substantially from 5,000kgs to 6,000 kgs.

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James added “Since introducing Eornasyrup I’ve seen a reduction in body condition fluctuations, along with an increase in milk production.”

As focus turns to grassland utilisation during the spring period, James replaced Eornasyrup in the diet with LiquiGold as a complimentary feed to high protein, low dry matter, spring grass. Nigel Condell, Nutritionist from Specialist Nutrition explained “LiquiGold is a highly palatable, energy dense feed, that is ideal as part of a buffer feed to compliment a grass-based system. By helping to ensure cows eat their energy requirements, it also plays an important role in reducing body condition loss after calving.”

Overall, since James started working with Specialist Nutrition he has “experienced huge improvements in milk production and cow fertility. I credit this to the balanced diet I’ve been able to achieve across all seasons, and Liquid Feeds in particular has allowed me to get the most out of the cows I have.”

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AT A

GLA

NCE

200COWS

REDUCED

+20%MILKOUTPUT

5%IN WINTER € RISKS

BUSINESS

REDUCTION

FEEDING

COSTS



Dry Matter 65-72%

Crude Protein 6.5%

Oil Trace

NDF 0%

Starch Trace

Sugar 61%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 12

Delivered in bulk liquid tankers with discounts available for full artic loads. Tanks should be built to hold and dispatch bulk liquids and they should be cleaned out from time to time to ensure no build-up of sediment. 4 inch diameter pipework is adequate. Tanks need to be located and equipped so that filling them can be carried out in safe conditions and surroundings.

HANDLING & STORAGE

MOLASSES

Energold is a liquid feed made of Molasses, Roux and Potale Syrup. Energold is suitable for inclusion in the diets of all ruminant livestock and can offer a very cost effective way to increase the palatability of feeds whilst contributing high energy especially with high protein forage.

• High in digestible energy

• High level of degradable protein


• Ideal to complement forage diets and improves palatability

KEY FEATURES

Dairy CowsIdeal for complete diets at up to 3kg/hd/day. Normal feed rates between 1kg and 2kg

Young Stock Up to 10% of molasses can be safely included in young stock diets from four weeks of age

FEEDING RATES

Beef CattleUp to 10% can be included in beef diets depending on the nature of other feeds in the mix and subsequent storage facilities for the finished ration

HANDLING & STORAGETanks should be built to hold and dispatch bulk liquids and care should be taken to ensure they are cleaned out from time to time to ensure no build-up of sediment. 4 inch diameter pipework is adequate to handle Energold. Available in lots of 10 tonne or greater. Discounts available on full artic loads.

Beef CattleTypically 10% can be included depending on the nature of the other feeds in the mix and subsequent storage facilities for the finished ration

Dairy CowsTypically 2 - 3kg/hd/day

Young StockTypically 10% of diet from 4 weeks of age

• Highly palatable, high energy liquid blend

• Contains high levels of quality sugar

• Sucrose and Glucose are both elements

• Helps to promote high dry matter intakes

• Suitable on its own with forage for dry cows

KEY FEATURES


Dry Matter 70%

Crude Protein 8%

Oil 6%

NDF 0%

Starch Trace

Sugar 45%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 13.1

FEEDING RATES

ENERGOLD



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Beef CattleFlexible in the way it may be offered with maximum feed rates being:Young stock 0-1kg/hd/dayStores 2-3kg/hd/dayFinisher 4-5kg/hd/day

Dairy CowsCan be fed in diet feeders; in concentrated mixes or trough feeders with maximum levels being 3.5-5kg/hd/day

Suckler Cattle Has successfully been used as the sole ‘concentrate’ feed for in-calf suckler cows on a straw diet. Additional energy may be required after calving

FEEDING RATES

EORNASYRUP

• High in digestible energy



• Ideal to complement low protein forage diets, such as whole crop cereal, maize silage or straw

• Free flowing liquid - easily handled

• High copper content

KEY FEATURES

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Eornasyrup is delivered in bulk liquid tankers. Tanks should be built to hold and dispatch bulk liquids. They should be cleaned out regularly to prevent a build-up of sediment. 4 inch diameter pipework is adequate.

HANDLING & STORAGE


Dry Matter 32%

Crude Protein 25%

Oil 4%

NDF 1%

Starch 1%

Sugar 2%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 14.2

A co-product from the manufacture of whiskey. EORNASYRUP comprises mainly of yeast cells and residues from malted barley after alcohol is distilled off the fermented wort by the high temperature in the copper stills.


FEEDING RATESDairy Cows Up to 3kg/hd/day

Dry Cows Up to 2.5kg/hd/day

Young Stock Typically 2kg/hd/day

Sheep Should not be used in sheep diets due to risk of copper poisoning

Suckler Cattle Has successfully been used as the sole ‘concentrate’ feed for in-calf suckler cows on a straw diet. Additional energy may be required after calving

Sheep Unless specifically recommended, it should not be used in sheep diets because of the risk of copper toxicity

FEEDING RATES

HANDLING & STORAGE

Spey Syrup is delivered in 29 tonne bulk tankers and is available all year round. Tanks should be built to hold and dispatch bulk liquids. They should be well maintained and cleaned out regularly to prevent the build-up of sediment. A 4 inch diameter pipe work is adequate to handle Spey Syrup.

HANDLING & STORAGEAs with other liquid products, Creidsyrup is delivered in bulk liquid tankers. Tanks should be built to hold and dispatch bulk liquids and care should be taken to ensure they are cleaned out regularly to prevent a build-up of sediment. 4 inch diameter pipework is adequate.

SPEY SYRUP

A very palatable, high energy, free flowing liquid, produced as a co-product from the distillation of whiskey.

KEY FEATURES

• Very palatable

• A good source of degradable protein

• Contains yeast which stimulates rumen microbes

• High in copper

• A free flowing liquid

• Highest dry matter syrup on the market to stimulate intake


Dry Matter 25-28%


Oil 4%

NDF 1%

Starch 1%

Sugar 2%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 14.2

CREIDSYRUPCREIDSYRUP is a co-product from the manufacture of Irish whiskey. It comprises mainly of yeast cells and residues from malted barley after alcohol is distilled off the fermented wort by the high temperature in the copper stills.


Dry Matter 42%

Crude Protein* 32%

Oil 1%

NDF 1%

Starch 1%

Sugar 2%

DUP 3.75%

ME (MJ/KG DM) 14.2

*Protein may vary from 30-35% depending on distillery source

Dairy Cows Maximum 3.5 to 5kg/hd/day

Beef Cattle Maximum feed rates:Young stock 0-1kg/hd/dayStores 2-3kg/hd/dayFinisher 4-5kg/hd/day

KEY FEATURES• High in digestible energy



• Ideal to complement low protein forage diets, such as wholecrop, maize silage or straw

• High in copper



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PRIMARY DIETS

THE PRIMESPEC RANGE

THE ULTRA RANGE

Designed to maximise performance and return per piglet, these fixed formula diets contain the usual high quality ingredients but with necessary adjustments to accommodate high feed intakes.

Suitable for weaning between 3kg and 6½kg liveweight.

Primary Diets creep feeds have 70% of the UK market. They only use the highest quality raw ingredients in fixed formulation ration to provide quality and consistent diets for baby pigs.

This range has been developed entirely from the results of Primary Diets’ research. The Ultra range maintains the highest level of performance at the lowest cost per kilogram achievable and with the absolute minimum risk.

Suitable for weaning between 3kg and 6kg liveweight.

Specialist Nutrition offers a range of specialist piglet pre-starter feeds, starter feeds, premixes and concentrates for every phase in modern piglet rearing

PIGSQUALITY CONSISTENT DIETS FOR PIGLETS

KEY FEATURES

• 30% drop in pre-weaning mortality

• Average 280g per piglet increased weaning weight

• Up to 1kg heavier piglets at 21-days post weaning

• Rapid uptake and increases intake

• Conditions the gut

• Improves viability of piglets

• Improves pre & post-weaning growth

• Eases the pressure for prolific sows

• Makes financially sound sense

INITIATE 4This creep feed has delivered significant benefits at weaning and even more performance benefits post weaning.

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Facilities

PIGSOPTIMISE UNIT PERFORMANCE AND FINANCIAL RETURNS WITH SPECIALIST NUTRITION

Our flexible feeding programme delivers a nutrition solution to meet our customers’ individual needs.

• Consistent, high quality, technical feed stuffs

• Backup and on farm technical advisory service

• Flexible/tailored premix solutions based on individual needs

• Design and monitor feed programmes to drive improved performance

SPECIALIST NUTRITION ENSURES QUALITY FEED THROUGH:

• Ongoing university research programmes and commercial trials

• Fixed formula diets for product consistency

• High quality ingredients from a matrix of raw materials

• Specialised production facilities

• All Primary Diets updated

180 commercial trials+481g/pig

over 22 days- 0.07 FCR

PROFIT

PIGLETSNURSERY

FEED FARM

Cost per kg gain

Price

Margin over feed

Genetics

Weaning weight

Health status

Goals

Wet/ Dry

Physical form

Medication

Accomodation type

ASSURED NUTRITION FOR PIGLETS

Management

EnvironmentTime

Indoor/ Outdoorbred

Sale weight


ADDITIVES FOR GRASS SILAGEFORAGE SPECIFIC ADDITIVES FOR ALL FARMPRODUCED FEEDSBIOTAL

AXPHAST GOLD FOR WET GRASS

BIOTAL SUPERSILE FOR NORMAL CONDITIONS

DRY MATTER FROM 20-27%

BIOTAL AXCOOL GOLD FOR DRY GRASS

Why not upgrade? Biotal Axphast Gold is the highest spec wet grass treatment on the market. Improved animal performance and effluent reductions of up to 50% from the resultant silage is normal. Its use can also allow you the flexibility of cutting and ensiling grass at higher nitrate levels.

DRY MATTER FROM 15-20%

DRY MATTER FROM 27%+

Wet weather conditions and/or low sunlight hours at harvest leave the natural sugars in grass very diluted, <3% of fresh weight. This leads to a slow, inefficient and sometimes incomplete fermentation in the clamp or bale. Biotal Supersile Gold contains a patented enzyme package that will release sugar normally locked in the grass fibre. The lactic acid producing bacteria supplied then utilises this sugar to drop the pH of the clamp quickly, preserving valuable protein and nutrients in the silage as efficiently as possible as-well as total clamp/bale DM.

The sun is a very good additive and that’s why high DM grass (>30%) usually makes well preserved silage. Its higher DM and residual sugar level does however, make it vulnerable to the growth of yeast and mould at feed-out. These harmful spoilage organisms utilise sugar and fermentation acid to grow, producing heat at the clamp face through to the feed barrier. This results in silage waste and a reduction in feeding quality and forage DM intakes. Using Biotal Axcool gold ensures your silage remains cool and stable throughout its feeding period.

“Using Biotal inoculants allows us to maximise preservation while producing the best quality grass silage.”

Daniel and David Drum, Dairy and Beef Farmers, Delvin, Co. Westmeath.

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ADDITIVES FOR WHOLE CROPFORAGE SPECIFIC ADDITIVES FOR ALL FARMPRODUCED FEEDS

ADDITIVES FOR CRIMPED CEREALS

BIOTAL WHOLECROP

BIOTAL BIOCRIMP

BIOTAL WHOLECROP GOLD MILL

Whole crop is harvested using a self-propelled silage harvester which has a head similar to a maize head, so that it can cut and take in cereal plants without grain loss. At the point of harvest an additive is applied to the material which helps ferment the wholecrop to a level where maximum quality is maintained in the clamp and also maintain the stability of the clamp face at feed out.

The additive most widely used throughout the country for wholecrop is called Wholecrop Gold for fermented wholecrop and Wholecrop Gold Mill for hi-dry matter wholecrop.

“Wholecrop Gold has improved preservation, reduced losses and increased the ME of my end product. I have been making wholecrop for 10 years and although I tried it once without an inoculant, I would never make wholecrop without Biotal Wholecrop Gold again.”

Brian Rohan, Dairy Farmer, Shanahoe, Co. Laois.

Normally grain is harvested when it can only be broken using your thumbnail and forefinger. If the grain can be squashed between the thumb and forefinger, the grain is still too wet. The cereal is cut with a combine harvester and then passed through a crimper roller which cracks the grain. At the crimping stage, an additive known as BioCrimp is applied using a liquid applicator to quickly preserve and maintain aerobic stability. It is then ensiled in a clamp, rolled and covered with a sheet of plastic to the point where the material is air tight.

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“My best investment each year is Biotal SoloMaize. It keeps my maize silage cool, which really pays for itself in the summer time. I would not make maize silage without SoloMaize.”

James Tynan, Dairy Farmer, Ardboy, Co Kilkenny.

ADDITIVES FOR MAIZE SILAGEFORAGE SPECIFIC ADDITIVES FOR ALL FARMPRODUCED FEEDS

BIOTAL SOLOMAIZE BIOTAL MAIZECOOL

As a high dry matter high sugar and relatively low protein forage, harvested maize typically results in a quick and efficient fermentation in the clamp requiring no assistance in dropping its pH. The resulting silage is however extremely vulnerable to spoilage during feed-out.

Heating and moulding at the clamp face are the result of air being supplied to the naturally occurring ensiled yeasts. These aerobic organisms can make quick work of this starchy forage so a proven anti-microbial treatment such as Biotal SoloMaize should be applied at harvest.

Why not upgrade? Biotal MaizeCool gold has all the anti-microbial benefits of Biotal SoloMaize and more. Its specific enzyme package also improves the cell wall digestibility of the stover component.

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