boondocks
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Howdy,
Our hay this year is ashamed of itself. Rained and rained so first cutting was way way late, then turned dry on a dime so we got almost nothing for a second. Gonna have it tested but am anticipating it will be lacking. (Cows are grassfed Angus. They will also have some wrapped haylage).
Any opinions on Crystalyx protein and mineral tubs? They seem a bit pricey but if they let you alternate decent hay with not-so-great hay, maybe it's worth it. There are several formulations which vary based on % protein; source of the protein (animal versus plant); % Mag; and some other ingredients. Most seem to not have salt and caution that cows should be supplemented separately with salt.
Here's a few things I'm pondering. Is this likely to be a cost-efficient source for additional protein (and minerals)? Would it be ok to wait until the worst of winter to use these (say, Jan and Feb, when we can get brutally cold weeks) (we would continue with regular loose mineral til then). When we put them out, I assume a salt block is fine (don't need loose salt?). Any other thoughts/advice??? Thanks!
Our hay this year is ashamed of itself. Rained and rained so first cutting was way way late, then turned dry on a dime so we got almost nothing for a second. Gonna have it tested but am anticipating it will be lacking. (Cows are grassfed Angus. They will also have some wrapped haylage).
Any opinions on Crystalyx protein and mineral tubs? They seem a bit pricey but if they let you alternate decent hay with not-so-great hay, maybe it's worth it. There are several formulations which vary based on % protein; source of the protein (animal versus plant); % Mag; and some other ingredients. Most seem to not have salt and caution that cows should be supplemented separately with salt.
Here's a few things I'm pondering. Is this likely to be a cost-efficient source for additional protein (and minerals)? Would it be ok to wait until the worst of winter to use these (say, Jan and Feb, when we can get brutally cold weeks) (we would continue with regular loose mineral til then). When we put them out, I assume a salt block is fine (don't need loose salt?). Any other thoughts/advice??? Thanks!