Publication Date
10-2017
Series Number
DPIRD-109
Publisher
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia
City
Perth
Abstract
Native pastures generally have adequate nitrogen levels during the growing season. During this time phosphorus is the most limiting nutrient. As the grass matures and sets seed, the nitrogen content of the pasture decreases. This can lead to protein and energy deficiencies which result in decreased animal production. Feeding urea during the dry season can increase digestion, resulting in improved animal performance. However, urea can be toxic to cattle and so must be introduced slowly. Other important nutrients include calcium, magnesium, sulphur and sodium.
Number of Pages
6
Keywords
cattle, cows, native pastures, animal nutrition
Disciplines
Beef Science
Recommended Citation
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia.
(2017), Supplementary feeding of rangeland cattle. Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia, Perth. Factsheet DPIRD-109.
https://library.dpird.wa.gov.au/ap_factsheets/24
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