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The effect of supplemental zinc source in late pregnancy and early lactation on the health and performance of ewe and lambs

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  23 November 2017

A. M. Mackenzie ,
D. Wilde ,
S. E. Pattinson  and
R. G. Wilkinson
A. M. Mackenzie*
Affiliation:
ASRC, Harper Adams University College, Edgmond, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 8NB, U.K.
D. Wilde
Affiliation:
Alltech (UK) Limited, Alltech House, Ryhall Road, Stamford, Lincs, PE9 1TZ, U.K.
S. E. Pattinson
Affiliation:
ASRC, Harper Adams University College, Edgmond, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 8NB, U.K.
R. G. Wilkinson
Affiliation:
ASRC, Harper Adams University College, Edgmond, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 8NB, U.K.
*
Email: amackenzie@harper-adams.ac.uk.
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Zinc is an essential trace element necessary for the activity of numerous enzymes. Supplemental zinc is considered normal for ruminant livestock to ensure that requirements are met. Although zinc deficiency is not generally recognised in the UK, there is considerable evidence that this supplemental zinc is beneficial. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of partially replacing zinc oxide with a zinc proteinate in the diet of ewes in late pregnancy and lactation on performance and health of ewes and lambs.

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Proceedings of the British Society of Animal Science , Volume 2005 , 2005 , pp. 91
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Copyright © The British Society of Animal Science 2005

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