University Trials
Research conducted by Dr Lewis Kahn at the University of New England has revealed that MegaMin supplements provide a safe, economical and effective alternative for both pasture and grain-fed livestock.
Dry feed utilisation – no urea
Safe
The formal trials showed that MegaMin provides a safe alternative to the use of Urea for winter and drought feeding. Feedback from farmers has supported this research with some of the reported benefits of supplementing with MegaMin including improved utilisation of low quality feeds, reduced grazing pressure, improved conception rates and enhanced animal health.
Effective
Over the course of the 113-day simulated drought trial, all cattle lost weight, however the animals that were fed MegaMin had the lowest overall weight loss. The average weight loss for cattle supplemented with Urea was 15kg, while those supplemented with MegaMin lost only 6.1kg… a difference of almost 9kg per beast.
Economical
The results of these trials clearly confirmed that MegaMin can assist to reduce weight loss during dry conditions. With relatively low recommended daily intake, the cost per head per day was less, making MegaMin a SAFE, economical, effective and commercially viable alternative to the use of Urea during drought conditions.
Grain feeding – acidosis buffer
Safe
The research at the University of New England also showed that MegaMin was a natural alternative to the antibiotic Eskalin and ionophore Rumensin, in regards to acidosis buffering. These two products are commonly used for acidosis prevention in grain rations.
Effective
The research indicated that the use of MegaMin provided equivalent animal health protection and growth performance compared to Eskalin and Rumensin. No evidence of acidosis or any animal health problems were reported during the trials.
Economical
Trials indicated an overall lower cost and slightly increased daily weight gain for cattle fed MegaMin as compared to Eskalin and Rumensin. Coupled with the fact that no animals fed MegaMin were discounted during slaughter due to dark muscle colour, these results indicate that the use of MegaMin is of commercial importance.
