Mineralization in the water period: how to increase the potential of the herd?

Mineralization of the herd is a fundamental pillar for Brazilian cattle farming, especially during the rainy season when the pasture is abundant but naturally deficient in minerals. According to zootechnician and consultant Maurício Scoton, the main point to increase the potential of the herd is not the brand of the supplement, but rather ensuring the effective consumption of the necessary amount of minerals per head/day. The specialist warns that tropical grasses – such as mombaça, brachiaria, and tifton – are deficient in macro and microminerals, with phosphorus being the most deficient mineral. Phosphorus is vital for energy metabolism, weight gain, reproduction, and bone health. Check it out: The success of mineralization lies in meeting the specific demand of each animal category, as the requirement for phosphorus is different: The general recommendation is for cattle to consume between 4 to 6 grams of phosphorus per day. Consultant Maurício Scoton questions: what is the use ...