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What is The Livestock Answer®? The Livestock Answer® is a multiple, balanced enzyme nutrient supplement formulated as a dry feed additive. It is designed to help breakdown feed faster and make more nutrients available for more rapid absorption. It is formulated to include a balanced blend of enzymes and water-soluble, trace mineral electrolytes. What does The Livestock Answer® do? Research conducted by William R. Jackson, PhD, indicates that The Livestock Answer® creates a balanced and beneficial fermentation, increasing availability of:
  • Minerals
  • Vitamins
  • Protein (Amino Acids)
  • Starch (Alcohols, Sugars, Organic Acids, Esters)
  • Fiber
How is The Livestock Answer® used? Add 2.5 lbs (1.134 kg) of The Livestock Answer® to 2,000 lbs (907.2 kg) of mixed dry feed and blend well. Always consult your Distributor for specific application rates and information. What cautions should be considered? Antibiotics will have a compromising effect on enzymes in the animal or bird's body and in manure pits and lagoons. How is The Livestock Answer® packaged? 25 lb bags: 30 bags (1,000 lbs) per pallet. What can The Livestock Answer® do for cattle? It provides digestive enzymes that are necessary for efficient digestion. What are some of the benefits of improved digestion? Decreased feed consumption, and improved health. Decrease in pathogens. How can The Livestock Answer® help prevent sickness? Increases oxygen levels, and creates an unfriendly environment for pathogens. It Can help livestock recover from stress and negative effects of many bacterial and virus caused conditions (often without antibiotics). What can The Livestock Answer® do for poultry? Improves digestion, helping birds digest ingredients in the feed that may not otherwise be assimilated. It is designed to improve overall absorption and assimilation of nutrients. Does The Livestock Answer® contain hormones or live bacteria? No. It contains naturally occurring digestive enzymes. What results can I expect to see? Increased weight gain, lower mortality, reduced odor, and improved manure quality and compostability. What can The Livestock Answer® do for Swine? It provides digestive enzymes that are necessary for efficient digestion. Can improve overall digestion and assimilation of nutrients. What are some of the benefits of improved digestion? Decreased feed consumption, and improved health. Decrease in pathogens. How can The Livestock Answer® help prevent sickness? Increases oxygen levels, and creates an unfriendly environment for pathogens. It Can help livestock recover from stress and negative effects of many bacterial and virus caused conditions (often without antibiotics). How is The Livestock Answer® applied? It is mixed thoroughly in the feed. What does The Livestock Answer® do for horses? Provides almost instant energy. And helps revitalize the appetite and increases the desire to drink water. How does The Livestock Answer® help prevent sickness? Increases oxygen levels, and creates an unfriendly environment for pathogens. It Can help livestock recover from stress and negative effects of many bacterial and virus caused conditions (often without antibiotics). It also improves the function of the immune system. How often is it applied? Usually twice a month. What is the best way to apply it? Spray bio compost evenly over the surface. If that is not possible, it can be introduced with the waste as it flows in. How long does it take to reduce odor? Usually within 1 week, there will significant reduction. How soon will it begin to liquefy the solids? It will begin immediately, and noticeable results will happen within the first month. Cattle FAQ's







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