A PERFECT CALCIUM BALANCE AT CALVING

What is X-Zelit?

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X-Zelit is a phosphorus & calcium binder and is used in the prevention of milk fever and hypocalcemia in newly calved cows.

Abnormal low calcium levels in the blood around calving is one of the major precursors for a range of production and health problems in dairy cows.

X-Zelit, an innovative and natural strategy for improving transition feeding, has become very popular. 

 

X-Zelit is palatable! Unlike using unpalatable and bitter tasting anionic salts, feed intake can be maintained using X-Zelit at the recommended level.

 

Importance of a good start to lactation...

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One of the most important factors for providing a good start to lactation is the calcium level around calving. Research has shown that decreased blood calcium levels (less than 2.2 mmol/L) is associated with increased risks of other metabolic diseases such as displaced abomasum, lower milk yield and a reduced reproductive performance. Calcium levels are also also important for muscle function, rumen mobility, ease of calving and importantly immune function.

A healthy calcium status will also contribute to lower udder infection rates, less uterus infections and limit secondary health conditions such as ketosis and LDA's. Overall, a healthy blood calcium balance is critical to ensure the best start to lactation and therefore higher productivity in both milk solids and volume.

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Directions for use

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500g of X-Zelit per cow daily the last 2 weeks prior to calving.

Include X-Zelit into a grain mix or pellet or alternatively mix into TMR.

X-Zelit is a Phosphorus &calcium binder so there is no need to restrict pasture intake or other high potassium forages.

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DO NOT feed to lactating animals.

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DO NOT feed in conjunction with DCAD diets. 

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Every farm has different feeding systems. Contact us for assistance in using X-Zelit on your farm if required.

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