Bolstering Your Herd's Health: Unpacking the Power of Zinc Methionine for Dairy Goats
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What if one small trace mineral could make a big difference in your dairy goats’ milk quality and udder health? In this episode, we dive into the research on zinc methionine, an organic form of zinc that’s been shown to improve protein use, reduce stress responses, and potentially help prevent mastitis in dairy goats.
We’ll explore how zinc works to boost your goats’ natural defenses. Whether you’re managing a backyard herd or running a micro-dairy, this episode offers practical insight into how a simple supplement could improve productivity and peace of mind.
Visit Companion Blog for this Episode: https://goathousefarm.com/zinc-methionine-dairy-goats/
Article for this episode:
Salama, A. A., Caja, G., Albanell, E., Such, X., Casals, R., & Plaixats, J. (2003). Effects of dietary supplements of zinc-methionine on milk production, udder health and zinc metabolism in dairy goats. Journal of Dairy Research, 70(1), 9–17. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0022029902005966
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