Description
CHAFFHAYE 20 LB
Chaffhaye - Non-GMO Alfalfa - Probiotic Forage
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Crude Fiber |
Max 11% |
23% |
Required for proper gut motility and digestion. High fiber intake reduces incidence of diarrhea, colic and laminitis |
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Crude Protein |
Min 9% |
20% |
Building material for body. Improves growth, endurance, reproduction and performance of animals (lactation, fleece, horn, hooves, etc.) |
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Lysine |
Min 0.4% |
0.8% |
An essential amino acid for growth and constitutes a percentage of muscle mass |
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Methionine |
Min 0.1% |
0.2% |
An essential amino acid for growth and constitutes a per-centage of muscle mass |
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Crude Fat |
Min 1.8% |
4.0% |
Increases energy. Improves palatability |
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Netural Detergent Fiber (NDF) |
Max 15% |
33% |
Lower numbers reflect low levels of stem matter and high levels of nutrient-dense leaf matter |
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Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF) |
Max 15% |
34% |
Indicates the amount of acid soluble fiber and lignin in forage. An ADF % of <35% for alfalfa indicates premium quality |
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Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN) |
Min 29.3% |
65% |
Indicates premium to supreme grade alfalfa |
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Calcium (Ca) |
Min 0.7% |
1.6% |
Required for bone development and strength. Important muscle contraction, metabolism, blood clotting, activation of enzymes |
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Phosphorus (P) |
Min 0.1% |
0.2% |
Metabolizes fat, carbohydrates, calcium and sugar. Important in bone growth, production of energy, and proper utilization of vitamins |
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Copper (Cu) |
Min 3.6 ppm |
8 ppm |
Required in several enzyme systems that maintain and synthesize connective tissue. Aids reproduction and promotes immune system. Supports hair color in ruminants |
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Zinc (Zn) |
Min 8.1 ppm |
18 ppm |
Required in several enzyme systems for growth and maintenance of cartilage, hoof formation and healthy skin. |
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Selenium (Se) |
Max 0.18 ppm |
0.40 ppm |
Selenium in small quantities aid in preventative cell damage |
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Vitamin A |
Min 180 iu/lb |
400 iu/lb |
Helps ensure red blood cell production, tendon strength, fertility and healthy skin |
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Vitamin D |
Min 675 iu/lb |
1500 iu/lb |
Regulates the absorption of calcium and magnesium and the excretion of phosphorus |
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Vitamin E |
Min 45 iu/lb |
100 iu/lb |
Improves the stamina and performance of livestock. Aids in muscle strength |
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Natural Plant Juices |
Max 55% |
0% |
Eliminates dust. Reduces risk of impaction. More easily chewed by senior animals
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