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Bentonite -
Feb 23, 2009 - 6:39:02 PM
Bentonite is a naturally-occurring clay consisting of tri-layered aluminum silicate, and may also contain calcium or sodium. It's main use in the feed industry is as a binding agent in feed pellets. Lately however, bentonite has been used successfully in rations with high mold or toxin levels, as an inhibitor of these substances.
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Water: The Most Important Ration Ingredient -
Feb 23, 2009 - 6:18:06 PM
Water is very often neglected or taken for granted on dairy farms. A cow producing 75 pounds of milk will intake 190 to 250 pounds of water (22 to 29 gallons) per day under normal conditions. Differences in ration moisture in typical diets (44 - 52% moisture) makes about a one gallon difference in overall water intake.
