MinPlex® Dairy
The Stabilized Organic Trace Mineral Supplement for Dairy Cattle

Role of Trace Minerals in Dairy Cattle
Milk yield in lactating animals is directly proportional to the plane of nutrition and health in the animal. A healthy cow on balanced nutrition only can exploit the complete genetic potential of milk yield. One of the factors that determine the plane of nutrition in animal is the nutrient utilization. Best of feed formulations fail to yield best results for want of balance and availability of supporting nutrients, especially, the trace minerals, which govern the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Similarly, plane of health in an animal is a manifestation of balance of membrane integrity, optimal functionality and resistance to microbes and their metabolites at the molecular level. Trace minerals again play a vital role in these functions of cells. Thus, Trace Minerals, although required in small quantities, have a greater significance in productivity in livestock and in milk production in Dairy Cattle.

Among the several trace minerals supplemented to Dairy cattle, the ones requiring special attention are the Zinc, Manganese, Copper, Cobalt and Selenium, as they share in common some of the functions. Zinc, Manganese and Copper are important as activators and cofactors of several enzymes catalyzing metabolic activities. Manganese and Selenium protect cells against damaging effects of free radicals from tissue oxidation. Zinc, Manganese, Copper and Selenium collectively strengthen the defense mechanisms of the immune system while Zinc, Manganese, Copper and Cobalt help enhancing the fertility and reproductive functions of the animal. Cobalt has a special role of promoting the quality and quantity of rumen microflora, which in turn help efficient utilization of the nutrient principles from feed and fodder.

Although these Trace Minerals are present in requisite levels in feed, their absorption is often poor from the intestine as it is interfered by other mineral interactions or by bioinhibitors like phytates, oxalates, tannins, fiber, enzymes, etc. Therefore, they require supplementation in feed, which can be in both inorganic and organic forms.

Why Organic Trace Minerals
Inorganic supplementation of Trace Minerals has been in vogue for several years. As the salts of Trace Minerals have extreme toxicity, unreliable solubility and poor bioavailability of mineral, the need for a precise and reliable source was felt which resulted in evolution of organic forms. Of various forms available in the market, Trace Mineral chelates and complexes with amino acids have been proven as useful tools in Trace Mineral supplementation. Organic forms stable in various pH levels of the gut have been proven to offer highest bioavailability.

DESCRIPTION
MinPlex® Dairy is an amino acid chelate of elemental Trace Minerals Zinc, Manganese, Copper, Cobalt and Selenium developed by design of research to be stable in a wide range of gut pH for superior bioavailability.

FEATURES
· MinPlex® Dairy is elemental Zinc, Manganese, Copper, Cobalt and Selenium chelated with amino acids
· MinPlex® Dairy is optimally stabilized that maintains the molecule intact in a wide range of pH between 2.0 and 7.2.

BENEFITS
· MinPlex® Dairy offers superior bioavailability of Zinc, Manganese, Copper, Cobalt and Selenium
· MinPlex® Dairy is stable in presence of other chelating agents and bioinhibitors in feed
· MinPlex® Dairy improves quality and quantity of milk yield
· MinPlex® Dairy enhances body immune responses
· MinPlex® Dairy helps control post parturient complications like retained placenta, mastitis, repeat breeding etc
· MinPlex® Dairy helps ameliorate stress
· MinPlex® Dairy improves general thriftiness and health of dairy cattle
· MinPlex® Dairy aids rapid correction of Trace Mineral deficiency (primary and secondary)
· MinPlex® Dairy is free from toxicity at recommended levels, easily available and economical in use

COMPOSITION
MinPlex® Dairy is composed of elemental trace minerals in following proportions in chelated form with amino acids.

Zinc - 7 %
Manganese - 4 %
Copper - 2 %
Cobalt - 0.4 %
Selenium - 0.03 %

INCLUSION LEVELS
MinPlex® Dairy is recommended at the rate of 5g per head per day as an On-Top trace mineral supplement as a routine or at the rate of 10g per head per day for 7-10 days with a break for equal length of period in special physiological demand conditions such as stress, poor fertility, pregnancy, lactation, transport, convalescence etc.

The Inclusion levels of MinPlex® Dairy are often based on local regulations. Please consult your Nutritionist or Technical Services Cell of Bentoli for further assistance.

For best results, ensure accurate addition and thorough mixing of the product.

APPEARANCE
MinPlex® Dairy is an off white to tan colored free flowing powder, with a bland odor. Change in color of the product does not affect its performance.

AUTHORIZATION
MinPlex® Dairy is a product approved for sale and use by AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) in USA.

STABILITY
MinPlex® Dairy is stable for 18 months from the date of manufacture.

STORAGE
MinPlex® Dairy should be stored in a cool dry place away from sunlight. Keep the container closed when not in use.

PRESENTATION
MinPlex® Dairy is available in 25kg (55lb) heat sealed PE bags.

COMPATIBILITY
MinPlex® Dairy is compatible for use with all commonly used ingredients in feed and premixes.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Zinc Minimum 7%
Manganese Minimum 4%
Copper Minimum 2%
Cobalt Minimum 0.4%
Selenium Minimum 0.03%
Moisture Maximum 10%
Crude Protein Minimum 35%
Crude Fat Maximum 2%
Ash Maximum 33%
Raw Fiber Maximum 3%