The science behind free-choice licking, its advantages over traditional supplementation methods, and the principles of correct use.
Thanks to its natural sugar content, molasses has high palatability. Minerals, vitamins and trace elements are homogeneously blended into this molasses matrix and set into a solid block.
The animal licks the hard surface of the block with its rough tongue, gradually taking in the minerals it needs. This process proceeds on its own, guided by the animal's internal balance, without requiring human intervention.
| Method | |
| Powder/Granule Mineral | Requires manual mixing, lost to wind/rain |
| Injection/Bolus | Requires handling each animal individually, extra labour |
| Gold Yalama Kovası | Free access, zero daily handling, controlled intake |
The block's hard structure physically limits excessive consumption.
24/7 availability prevents mineral deficits from building up.
Unlike powder mixes, rain and humidity don't spoil the product.
No daily intervention required until the bucket is empty.
Balanced mineral support contributes to weight gain and milk yield.
Offers a practical solution across large pastures and free-range systems.
Place away from direct sun and standing water.
Choose a spot the herd can reach easily, with low trampling risk.
Placing it near drinking water encourages consumption.
One bucket is recommended per 15-20 head; add more for larger herds.
Molasses is enriched with minerals, vitamins and trace elements and set into a solid block. The animal licks the surface and consumes only what it needs, providing controlled, continuous mineral support through the free-choice principle.
Powder/granule mixes require manual mixing and can be lost to wind or rain. A molasses lick bucket offers free access, needs zero daily handling, and lets the animal consume it in a controlled way.
As a general rule, one bucket is recommended per 15-20 head of cattle or 20-25 head of small ruminants. Simply add more buckets for larger herds.
Place it in a shaded, dry spot the herd can easily reach, ideally near a water source. This improves consumption consistency and reduces the product's exposure to weather.
The risk is very low. The block's hard structure physically limits excessive consumption, which is why the free-choice system is considered safer than powder or granule mixes.
