Crystalyx Pre-Calver 22.5kg9137426

Crystalyx Pre-Calver is a dry cow feed block suitable for both dairy and beef cows during the dry period. Key features include:

-Low Calcium/High Magnesium Diet: The feed block provides a low calcium/high magnesium diet. This formulation is designed to reduce the risk of milk fever and slow calving during the dry period.

-Increased Magnesium Levels: Crystalyx Pre-Calver contains increased levels of magnesium, which is stated to help improve muscle tone. Maintaining adequate magnesium levels is crucial for preventing issues like slow calving syndrome, where calving can be difficult and prolonged.

-Blood Magnesium and Calcium Levels: The product is claimed to help maintain normal blood magnesium and calcium levels in cows. This is essential for overall health and the prevention of conditions like milk fever.

-Reduced Incidence and Severity of Milk Fever: The use of Crystalyx Pre-Calver is said to significantly reduce both the incidence and severity of milk fever at calving. Milk fever is a metabolic disorder that can occur in cows during the transition to lactation.

-Reduced Incidence of Mastitis: The feed block is reported to significantly reduce the incidence of mastitis in early lactation. Mastitis is an inflammation of the mammary gland, often associated with bacterial infection.

-Improved Colostrum Yield: The product claims to more than double colostrum and colostrum IgG yield at calving. This is beneficial for providing the calf with the best possible start to life by ensuring a good supply of essential antibodies.

-Optimized Appetite in Early Lactation: Crystalyx Pre-Calver is mentioned to improve forage intakes immediately pre-calving, optimizing appetite in early lactation. This may contribute to a smoother transition for cows into the lactation phase.