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Effect of Trace Mineral Injection and Optaflexx on Growth Performance and Carcass Characteristics of Finishing Cattle

Authors
  • Olivia N. Genther-Schroeder (Iowa State University)
  • Christopher A. Clark (Iowa State University)
  • Stephanie L. Hansen (Iowa State University)

Abstract

Utilizing a trace mineral (TM) injection approximately 90 d prior to harvest may improve growth performance and carcass characteristics when the β-agonist Optaflexx is not used. This may provide a unique opportunity for TM injection to be used in natural programs, to avoid the use of β-agonists, but still maintain high rates of growth. However, using a TM-injection only 28 d prior to harvest appears to have no additional benefit, and may decrease carcass quality.

Keywords: Animal Science, ASL R2961

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Genther-Schroeder, O. N., Clark, C. A. & Hansen, S. L., (2015) “Effect of Trace Mineral Injection and Optaflexx on Growth Performance and Carcass Characteristics of Finishing Cattle”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report 12(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-1282

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2015-01-01

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