Ewe & Lamb Nuts 19% 25kg Bag

Description

Ewe and Lamb 19% 25kg Bag

This is a 19% cube with all the delicious attributes of our ration but cubed for those of you who prefer to feed a nut

• This nut can be fed both pre and post lambing if desired and is an essential feed if lambing in the winter months.
• Its inclusion of Vitagest will ensure that the ewe gets adequate intakes of selenium and Vitamin E, vital for lamb vigour and the reproductive cycle.
• The energy in this cube is delivered from maize and native cereals which will help maintain body condition score post lambing once complimented with high quality forages.
• Its high protein content is made up of only top quality ingredients including Soya Bean and digestible fibres to help prevent any pre-lambing upsets.
• The addition of Cal Mag aids in the prevention of grass tetany when ewes are let out of the grass after lambing.
• The cube also contains full rate minerals in addition to the Vitagest

The Importance of VITAGEST

Vitagest is organic selenium with enhanced vitamin E that’s blended together in a pre-mix and included in our Ewe & Lamb ration and cube.

Minerals play a very important role in a ewe’s diet, especially during pregnancy when their requirements increase for some minerals. The inclusion of enhanced vitamin E and selenium ensures:

• Increased lamb vigour
• Lamb stand and suckle earlier
• Increased vitamin E in colostrum helps increase immunity
• Lamb mortality rate decreases
• Plays a preventative role against mastitis
• Increased reproductive performance

Independent trials carried out in University College Dublin (UCD) have shown that feeding organic selenium plays a vital role in the above mentioned characteristics. This trial also shows lamb growth rates improved by 6.5% and weighed 2kgs heavier at 15 weeks of age.

“Ewe and lamb nuts” typically refer to a type of livestock feed specifically formulated for ewes (female sheep) and lambs (young sheep). These nuts are compact, pellet-like feed, designed to provide essential nutrients to support the health and growth of the animals. They often include a balanced mix of proteins, minerals, vitamins, and sometimes added energy sources like fats, tailored to the dietary needs of ewes and lambs.

Here are some key aspects and benefits of ewe and lamb nuts:

1. Nutritional Balance: They provide a balanced diet with the necessary nutrients for healthy growth, reproduction, and milk production in ewes, as well as proper development in lambs.
2. Convenience: Being pelletized, they are easy to store, handle, and distribute, reducing waste compared to loose feed.
3. Digestibility: The formulation is typically designed to be highly digestible, ensuring that the animals can efficiently absorb the nutrients.
4. Health Benefits: Ewe and lamb nuts often contain added minerals and vitamins, such as calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin E, which are important for bone development and overall health.
5. Special Formulations: Some nuts are formulated for specific purposes, such as supporting pregnant ewes, aiding in weaning, or enhancing lamb growth rates.