diatomaceous earth for cattle health
cattle health
Diatomaceous Earth for Cattle Health: A Natural Additive Diatomaceous earth (DEE-E) is becoming increasingly popular in livestock care as a safe, natural supplement that provides various health advantages for cattle. Made from the fossilized remains of diatoms, which are a kind of microscopic algae, DE is high in silica and possesses distinctive characteristics that make it beneficial for both internal and external uses in the care of livestock
usages
Parasite Control:
DEE-E helps control internal parasites like worms and external pests such as lice, mites, and ticks by dehydrating them.
Digestive Health:
DEE-E aids in the digestive process by acting as a natural dewormer. This leads to improved nutrient absorption and overall gut health. It also helps detoxify the digestive system by binding to and removing toxins, heavy metals, and other impurities from the digestive tract.
Feed Efficiency:
Better parasite control leads to improved feed efficiency and better growth and weight gain in cattle.
Grooming:
Regular use of DEE-E leads to improvements in coat condition, making it shinier and healthier. Additionally, it contributes to stronger and healthier hooves due to improved nutrient absorption and detoxification.
Disinfestation:
Sprinkling DEE-E in bedding and manure areas reduces fly populations by disrupting their life cycle.
Lactation:
DEE-E enhances overall health and nutrition, improves nutrient absorption, and reduces stress and disease, leading to higher milk yields. It is seen in various research that milk production of cows increases by 20-25%, with the same or increased butterfat content.
Minerals:
DEE-E supplies cattle with important trace minerals such as magnesium, calcium, and iron, supporting overall health and bodily functions.
dosages
Feed Additive: Mix DEE-E with the cattle feed at a ratio of about 2% of the dry feed ration. This can be done by adding DEE-E to the feed as filler, making the otherwise less useful filler into a functional filler.
External Application: Apply directly onto the cattle’s coat, especially in areas where pests are likely to congregate. To control flies and other pests in the environment, DEE-E can be spread in areas where cattle spend a lot of time, such as bedding areas and feedlots.