Rovimix Biotin 2%
Description
Biotin, a B group vitamin, is an essential nutrient for all animals. It is present in many foods and feedstuffs and produced naturally by rumen microbes.
Biotin is critical for a diverse array of metabolic pathways. Of special importance are:
- Keratin and lipid synthesis - important for horn production, horn quality and strength.
- Glucose synthesis - the main energy source for milk production
Nutritional Benefits
Supplementation of Biotin in trials has shown an increased milk production and improved hoof health, suggesting that the naturally available biotin may not meet demand in high yielding dairy cows. Consequently, many leading dairy nutritionists, advisors and vets are now recommending Biotin supplementation for dairy cows.
Rovimix Biotin 2% is available in 20kg bags delivered on farm.
Feeding Recommendations
| Type of Cattle | Target amount of ROVIMIX® Biotin gram/head/day |
Target amount of Biotin gram/head/day |
Supplementation programme |
| Heifers | 0.5 | 10 | During rearing phase and at least 3 months prior to calving for optimum horn quality |
| Dry/Transition Cows |
0.5 | 10 | During dry period and around calving due to disruption in horn growth |
| Lactating cows | 1 | 20 | Throughout first 3 months lactation |