Livestock salt


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Magadi Livestock Salt is naturally harvested and dried. Complete with sodium chloride and elements of sodium bicarbonate, Magadi Livestock Salt improves the palatability of livestock feed.

The presence of sodium bicarbonate renders the salt alkaline, which effectively counteracts the acidity of silage and other cereal brand concentrates.

A recognized livestock brand, it is recommended as a carrier and mixer for mineral supplements, and is ideal for cattle, sheep and goats.

Available in 1kg, 2kg, 5kg, 10kg and 50kg packs.

FAQ’s

1. Why should I feed my animals with Magadi Livestock salt?

Salt is a necessary mineral for livestock and they need to consume it on a regular basis. It is vital for essential bodily functions including muscle & nervous function, water balance, proper development & functioning of circulatory and skeletal systems.

2. How should I feed my cattle with Magadi Livestock salt?

Ideally, it should be fed on a free choice basis to livestock provided there is an adequate supply of water.

3. How much of Magadi Livestock Salt should I feed my animals?

The amount of salt required by each animal can be affected by many factors including background level in feed, temperature, humidity, age or reproduction stage. It should therefore be fed on a free choice basis. If you wish to control the addition of salt in an animal’s diet, please consult a veterinarian/animal nutritionist.

4. What are some of the signs of salt deficiency?

Restriction of salt in animal diet may result to animals feeding on items such as wood, dirt, rock, cloth etc, trying to satisfy its instinctive taste for salt. It may also lead to poor feed conversion, poor weight gain, low production, lower quality grade, essentially reduced overall performance of your livestock.

5. Which species should I feed on Magadi Livestock Salt?

Magadi Livestock Salt is ideal for cattle, sheep, goat & camel.

6. Can livestock over consume salt?

Unless they had been deprived, livestock will normally not over consume salt. If they had been deprived, they will eat excess amounts causing imbalance of sodium levels in their bodies. Always allow access to plenty of water during this time.

7. Does Magadi Livestock Salt contain any chemicals?

No, Magadi Livestock Salt is naturally harvested and dried.

8. Where can I get Magadi Livestock Salt?

Magadi cattle salt is available in agro vets & general wholesalers countrywide.

For more information, please contact us:
Email: Infomagadi@tatachemicals.com
Tel: (+254) 20 6999 000/ 722 204 795