In winter, pasture nutritional value drops and animals become more dependent on hay and silage. Mineral content in these forages is often insufficient during this period.
At the same time, cold weather increases the energy an animal spends maintaining body temperature, which can widen both the energy and mineral gap simultaneously.
High energy-density products such as Gold Cattle Energy Plus help prevent live-weight loss and keep the immune system strong during this period.
Positioning buckets where they are protected from frost and moisture but still easily accessible to the herd is important for consistent winter intake.