A sustained release bolus containing 6 trace elements and 3 vitamins. Designed to provide grazing adult sheep that proportion of their dietary requirement of six trace elements and three vitamins that are not adequately supplied by grass or forage based diets. smAll-Trace for sheep helps farmers manage the trace element status of their flock over critical periods of the production cycle.
smAll-Trace boluses contain copper - it is important that you establish the copper status of your flock prior to using this product. If in doubt, seek veterinary guidance.
Technology
smAll-Trace boluses are designed to lie in the reticulum and dissolve from a constant surface area thus providing a continuous and regular supply of nutrients to the animal. smAll-Trace boluses for sheep have an active life of 180 days.
Composition
Active component
Quantity in each bolus
Copper
Cobalt
Selenium
Manganese
Zinc
Iodine
Vitamin A
Vitamin D3
Vitamin E
3,944 mg
95 mg
45 mg
3,013 mg
4,366 mg
330 mg
198,030 i.u.
39,606 i.u.
697 i.u.
When to use
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smAll-Trace for Sheep*
*smAll-Trace Trace Element Boluses for Sheep*
• Extensive Sheep
Grazing ewes over 40kg
Grazing hoggs over 40kg
NOT for sheep housed for prolonged periods
NOT for breeds susceptible to copper toxicity
In ewes, 2-3 weeks pre tupping
In hoggs – late Autumn
Strategies
Benefits
Supply nutrients through to lambing
Help maintain ewe health through winter
Optimise conception rates
Optimise lambing percentages
Full range of trace elements
Efficacy
smAll-Trace for Sheep has been tested in trials and the results have been published in peer reviewed scientific journals. Trial work has shown the following:
A greater proportion of bolused ewes produced twins
There was a reduction in the number of empty ewes
Overall lambing percentages were improved
Administration
Bolus administration to sheep requires care and attention. Before administration ALWAYS refer to the instructions.
One smAll-Trace bolus and grinder should be given to each animal.
The active life of smAll-Trace for Sheep is 180 days
Always use the recommended Agrimin bolus applicator
All-Trace for sheep are packed in units of 40 (enough for 40 sheep)
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