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Important elements in dairy cow nutrition

Calcium and magnesium are important elements to get right for dairy cows, as the wrong levels can lead to hypocalcaemia and other health problems

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Important elements in dairy cow nutrition

Correct calcium levels in the blood are needed to keep the cow mobile, eating well, producing a good milk yield and remain healthy. "Calcium is a metal, like iron, but the animal eats it as mineral...

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