Mineral deficiencies in sheep cause a range of welfare problems from poor growth to neurological disease, requiring targeted monitoring and supplementation.
Mineral deficiencies cause preventable welfare harm ranging from poor growth and immune function to neurological disease and reproductive failure. The challenge is that deficiency and toxicity can occur on the same farm, requiring individual monitoring rather than blanket supplementation. A targeted approach based on soil, herbage, and blood analysis ensures animals receive what they need without the welfare harm of toxicity.