Hypocalcemia prevention in dairy cows is a top objective for all those involved in cow nutrition.
A correct technical approach in the close-up phase has to feature the limitation of “metabolic alkalosis” which is a critical factor in hypocalcemia at the time of calving and often resorts to utilizing anionic salts to acidify the pre-calving ration and lower the ration’s overall DCAD level (anion strategy).
The limits of anion strategy
Excessive acidification of prepartum TMR (total mixed ration) induces “metabolic acidosis” which in turn compromises bovines’ capacity to ingest dry matter (-15 %, Lopera et al 2006).
DCADD
DCADD contributes in a balanced, prolonged way to achieving the aims of anion strategy thanks to its neutral effect on the palatability of the final product which does not interfere with the ingestion capacity of Dry Matter.
Approximately 80% of Mg and Cl release happens at the level of the abomasum/intestines with an effective DCAD equal to -5140 Meq/Kg TQ permitting a targeted and effective action.
THE DCADD SOLUTION USED BY GRANDA TEAM PROFESSIONALS IS INTEGRATED INTO THE TRANSITION 4.0 PROGRAM, WITH THE FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES:
REDUCED DISSOLUTION IN THE PHARYNGEAL TRACT (PH6)
REDUCED DISSOLUTION AND BY-PASS EFFECT IN THE RUMINAL TRACT
ARRIVES IN THE ABOMASUM AND DUODENUM TO RELEASE SALTS AT AN ACID PH LEVEL
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