With tup and breeding sales fast approaching, it is now time to put that final power and shine onto your sale stock. It is vital that these animals receive a well-balanced diet for optimal growth, reproduction and overall performance. Below, we delve into the essential aspects of feeding pedigree tups and exploring the key nutritional requirements for your valuable flock.
Correct nutrition provides the foundation for a healthy animal. By offering top-quality nutrition, breeders can help their stock reach their full genetic potential, maintain optional health and enhance their performance.
Beet pulp, soya and maize are key ingredients that contribute to a balanced and nutritious diet for pedigree tups. Making sure these components are part of their diet, will ensure a well rounded nutritional profile that supports their growth, energy needs and overall performance. Beet pulp provides high fibre and energy content which will support rumen health, reducing the risk of any digestive issues and enhancing nutrient absorption. Soya provides the highest levels of digestible un-degradable protein which aids muscle development and growth. Maize provides a bypass starch which allows for better rumen efficiency to ensure the tups make the best use of the concentrate provided.
A good balance of starches is important as this allows for optimum rumen balance. A triple starch formulation of Maize, Wheat and Barley is the perfect combination for gradual nutrient release in the rumen, reducing the risk of acidosis.
In addition to performance, tup fertility is essential when breeding stock. To ensure optimum fertility the correct levels of nutrients must be accessible in their diet so they can ultimately go out and work. Minerals are key too. Zinc, for example plays a vital role in reproduction functions, such as sperm production and maturation, making it essential for fertility in tups. Selenium, on the other hand, is an important antioxidant that helps protect sperm cells from damage and supports their mobility. Ensuring that tups have adequate levels of zinc and selenium in their diet can significantly improve their reproductive health and fertility. These trace minerals are vital for maintaining the reproductive health status in pedigree tups, ultimately contributing to any successful breeding program.
Davidsons Ultimate Show Blend and Davidsons TNT Super Show nut are the go-to products for their quality and effectiveness in supporting the nutritional demands of pedigree stock. Both specifically formulated to provide a balanced ration of essential nutrients, including proteins, fibres, vitamins and minerals. Both products have gained popularity among breeders for its positive impact on pedigree tups. Grant Maxwell from Faughhill Farm shared, “Prior to sale time everything is fed Davidsons Ultimate Show Blend to give them that final show polish.” Another breeder, David Gray from Sunnycroft added “Since introducing TNT in the final month pre sale, we believe our rams are now reaching their full potential as they enter the sale ring.” Getting it right first time is crucial when breeding for a successful lambing season. These testimonials highlight the positive impact that both of these products will have on your tups and their future success for their new owners.
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