CRINA® Ruminants Presentation
CRINA® Ruminants is a blend of flavouring compounds for animal nutrition. Appearance: Structure: Odour:
yellow to light brown free-flowing, non-dusty powder characteristic odour
CRINA® Ruminants is a carefully balanced combination of essential oil compounds of high purity in their natural / natureidentical form on a natural carrier. Uses
CRINA® Ruminants increases the by-pass of proteins and starch by modulating the rumen microbial population. These changes produce a number of effects in the rumen, which lead to better feed digestibility and utilisation.
Recommended dosage
Dairy cow: Beef cattle: Sheep and goats:
Stability
CRINA® Ruminants is stable in premixes as well as in mash, pelleted or expanded feed.
0.5-1.0g / head / day. 150-200mg / 100kg liveweight / day. 100mg / day.
Stored in a dry place and at a temperature below 25°C in original unopened bags, CRINA® Ruminants can be kept for up to one year after production. Prolonged storage at temperatures above 30°C should be avoided. The best used before date is printed on the label.
Keep container tightly closed. Once opened, contents should be used quickly. Avoid storage of CRINA® Ruminants in plastic or plexiglass containers.
Palatability
At the recommended dosage CRINA® Ruminants is readily accepted. At three times the recommended level feed refusal might be observed.
Precautions
Avoid unnecessary contact with the product or inhalation of dust. It is recommended to wear protective glasses and gloves when handling the product. In case of accidental access to non-target animals, CRINA® Ruminants is safe and presents no hazards.
Compatibility
CRINA® Ruminants is compatible with other commonly used feed additives such as enzymes, etc.
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