Alternative methods to reduce the use of synthetic products in cattle production, as well as reduction in feeding antibiotics to cattle, have been a growing preference in consumer opinions. The objective of this study was to determine if essential oils produce the same performance for stocker steers as consuming an ionophore. Continue reading “Effects on Stocker Steer Performance While Consuming Essential Oil or Ionophore Minerals”
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Spices Fed to Growing Heifers on Bromegrass Result in Increased Gains with Some Effects on Tick Populations
Alternative methods to antibiotics/chemical usage in cattle production have been of interest in recent years and essential oils/spices have been promoted to fill this niche. The purpose of this research was to evaluate effect of feeding spices on heifer gains and as a control method for ticks. Continue reading “Spices Fed to Growing Heifers on Bromegrass Result in Increased Gains with Some Effects on Tick Populations”
