Preparing Your Animals for the Challenges of Winter: A Matter of Health and Performance
The arrival of winter is A pivotal period in livestock farming : falling temperatures, rising humidity, temperature fluctuations between day and night, and the more frequent confinement of animals indoors create conditions conducive to the emergence of numerous health challenges.
In both ruminants and poultry, these seasonal changes can lead to an increase in oxidative stress, a mobilization of the body’s natural defenses, and a decline in performance when these factors are not anticipated.
Preparing for winter therefore involves a comprehensive approach to managing the livestock environment, building ventilation, and animal nutrition.
Why is winter a sensitive time?
When temperatures drop, animals’ bodies must expend more energy to maintain their body temperature. At the same time, humidity and sometimes inadequate ventilation can lead to respiratory problems.
Periods of health challenges are also associated with increased oxidative stress. In these situations, certain nutrients play a key role in maintaining immune function:
- Vitamins A, C, and E;
- Zinc, copper, selenium, and manganese;
- Plant-derived polyphenols and flavonoids;
- Natural antioxidants that help protect cells.
Solutions tailored for ruminants
Respimint GR: Supporting Animals During Periods of Respiratory Risk
Herd consolidation, housing, or changes in weather conditions can compromise the respiratory comfort of ruminants.
Respimint GR is formulated to improve respiratory comfort and support animals during high-risk periods. It combines essential oils, rumen-protected vitamin C, and ingredients with strong antioxidant properties. The product also helps limit the effects of oxidative stress and supports feed intake and growth.
Respimint Gr is also for young ruminants. Keep that in mind!
Bufflo® Tonic Axion® and Oligopass®: Supporting Vitality and Natural Defenses
The start of winter is also a key time for maintaining the overall health of the animals, particularly in the case of dairy cows.
Bufflo® Tonic Axion® provides a combination of vitamins, trace minerals, and polyphenols with strong antioxidant properties. This supplement helps replenish the animal’s reserves and supports both performance and colostrum quality.
Oligopass®, with its protected vitamins and trace minerals, helps support the animals’ natural resistance and improve their performance. Its formulation promotes the effective absorption of copper, zinc, and manganese.
Solutions Tailored for Poultry
Respimint: Respiratory Comfort at the Heart of Performance
Poultry are particularly sensitive to ambient air quality and climatic variations. Moisture buildup, dust, and temperature fluctuations can affect the animals’ respiratory comfort.
Thanks to its formula based on essential oils, Respimint helps maintain respiratory comfort during sensitive times.
Stimflash: Boosting Performance as Winter Sets In
During seasonal transitions, maintaining overall health and performance is a major challenge in poultry farming.
Stimflash combines ingredients rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, which are known for their antioxidant properties. This formulation helps support poultry during high-risk periods and maintain their performance.
Be Proactive Rather Than Reactive
You can’t just wing it when winter comes. Proper preparation ahead of time helps animals cope better with adverse weather conditions while maintaining their well-being and performance.
Here are a few best practices to keep in mind:
- Check the ventilation in the buildings;
- Minimize stressful situations;
- Ensure an adequate intake of vitamins, trace minerals, and antioxidants;
- Monitor the animals during transition periods;
- Develop nutritional solutions tailored to the needs of each species.
Prepare now for the changing seasons with Deltavit solutions and effectively support your animals throughout the winter.
