Trace Mineral Nutrition of Grazing Beef Cattle

Arthington, J. D.; Ranches, Juliana

doi:10.3390/ani11102767

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“…Concentration of TM in the soil is variable across the USA, several regions containing deficient levels of Se, Zn, Co, and Cu in forages [ 83 ]. Therefore, TM supplementation is highly recommended in those areas where forages do not supply the mineral requirements [ 84 ].…”

Section: Trace Mineral Status In Beef Cattlementioning

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Trace Minerals Supplementation with Great Impact on Beef Cattle Immunity and Health

Palomares

2022

Animals

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Trace minerals (TM) play an important role in cattle immunity, health and performance. Although TM are needed in small quantities, they are fundamental for enzymes involved in antioxidant protection against cellular damage and several pathways of the immune response. Cattle TM status results from the balance between TM dietary intake and their requirements. Free-choice oral TM supplementation is a common practice in beef cattle production systems. However, there is a high variation in TM intake and thus TM status and bioavailability in animals receiving free-choice oral TM supplements. Strategic pulse-dose supplementation during critical points of beef cattle management provides a controlled amount of TM intended to remove such a variation. Adequate TM supplementation should not only satisfy the basal requirements but also provide a source of TM when there is a higher demand of the antioxidant systems or during the development of the immune response. This paper reviews the research-based evidence of the effects of TM supplementation on immunity and its impact on beef cattle health. This review highlights the benefits of a novel approach of strategic administration of injectable trace minerals (Se, Zn, Cu and Mn) during critical episodes of cattle management (e.g., around weaning or at vaccination) in combination with free-choice oral supplementation to maintain adequate TM and oxidative status, enhanced immunity and overall cattle health. This strategy has proven to decrease morbidity, which would positively impact the productivity of the beef cattle systems.

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Section: Trace Mineral Status In Beef Cattlementioning

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Trace Minerals Supplementation with Great Impact on Beef Cattle Immunity and Health

Palomares

2022

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“…The elements Cu, Zn, Fe, Se, Mn, Mo, Co, Ni and Cr are considered essential for ruminants and are therefore required for various biochemical and physiological functions of animals. These elements usually need to be added to animal feed to supply nutritional requirements [ 35 , 36 ]. Recent advances in ruminant nutrition have led to establishment of Cr and Ni requirements.…”

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“…Few changes have been made in the trace mineral requirements of beef cattle since the sixth edition of the National Research Council (NRC) in 1984 [ 35 ]. However, we have identified a high potential for scientific advances in this area of knowledge with the possible expansion of information on the management of trace elements in livestock, which may be favored by incorporation of the One Health approach in future research.…”

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Trace Elements in Beef Cattle: A Review of the Scientific Approach from One Health Perspective

Silva

Oliveira-Júnior

Silva

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The objective was to investigate the context, approach and research topics present in the papers that analysed trace elements in beef cattle to identify gaps and scientific perspectives for the sustainable management of trace elements in livestock. The main research groups came from the United States, Spain, Japan, Brazil, India and Slovakia, which represented 31% of the papers produced. Only 37% of studies addressed aspects that integrated animal, environmental and human health. The reviewed papers concerned 56 elements and 15 bovine tissues (Cu, Zn, Pb, liver, muscle and kidney highlighted). The main gaps were (1) lack of research in developing countries, (2) the need to understand the impact of different environmental issues and their relationship to the conditions in which animals are raised, and (3) the need to understand the role of many trace elements in animal nutrition and their relationship to environmental and human health. Finally, we highlight possible ways to expand knowledge and provide innovations for broad emerging issues, primarily through expanding collaborative research networks. In this context, we suggest the adoption of the One Health approach for planning further research on trace elements in livestock. Moreover, the One Health approach should also be considered for managers and politicians for a sustainable environmental care and food safety.

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“…It is important to feed LB accurately, which can be measured by an electronic feeder [82] or accelerometer [26]. Ruminants licking an LB is due to their "nutrition wisdom", which stimulates them to seek and consume salt at a level that meets or exceeds their requirement for sodium [83]. Therefore, MB controls the intake mainly by manipulating the salt level.…”

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Ruminant Lick Blocks, Particularly in China: A Review

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A lick block (LB) is a solidified mixture of molasses, urea, minerals, filler, coagulant and binder that is supplemented to livestock mainly in relatively extensive rearing systems. It provides nutrients, such as soluble sugars, proteins, minerals and vitamins to balance dietary intake and can improve rumen fermentation and facilitate digestion and absorption of nutrients. These supplements improve livestock production, reproduction and carcass quality. In addition, LB can partially replace concentrate, serve as a delivery vehicle for additives such as enzymes and drugs and mediate the distribution of grazing livestock. This paper classifies and analyzes representative research; discusses the types, ingredients and current status of the utilization of LB; and systematically reviews the processing technology, quality assessment, influencing factors of intake, action mechanism and application. This review can provide a basis for the development, popularization and application of novel LB products.

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Trace Mineral Nutrition of Grazing Beef Cattle

Cited by 45 publications

References 108 publications

Trace Minerals Supplementation with Great Impact on Beef Cattle Immunity and Health

Trace Minerals Supplementation with Great Impact on Beef Cattle Immunity and Health

Trace Elements in Beef Cattle: A Review of the Scientific Approach from One Health Perspective

Ruminant Lick Blocks, Particularly in China: A Review

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