The application progress of Magnesium Oxide in animal feed

The application progress of Magnesium Oxide in animal feed

Summary

Magnesium oxide is widely used as a magnesium source in animal feed, particularly for ruminants. It helps regulate rumen pH, improve feed efficiency, and alleviate heat stress. Recent studies confirm its positive effects on milk production and overall animal health, making it a valuable additive in modern livestock production systems.

The application progress of Magnesium Oxide in animal feed
The application progress of Magnesium Oxide in animal feed
The nutritional value and functions of magnesium oxide
Magnesium Oxide, as an important mineral additive, plays an indispensable role in animal feed. This high-quality mineral supplement provides essential magnesium for animals, which is involved in bone formation and energy metabolism activities.
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Key solutions for heat stress management

With global warming, heat stress has become an important challenge for the livestock industry. Magnesium oxide demonstrates unique value in this regard, helping to maintain normal physiological functions of animals in high-temperature environments.

Studies show that when the ambient temperature exceeds 25℃, dairy cows' demand for magnesium increases by more than 30%. Adding 0.3-0.4% magnesium oxide to the daily diet can effectively lower the body temperature of animals, reduce their respiratory rate and improve their feed intake. This not only helps relieve heat stress symptoms but also maintains milk production
Production process and quality advantages

As one of the core products of the Richase Group, our magnesium oxide production base is located in the region with the richest magnesium ore resources in China. Relying on local high-quality raw materials and advanced production technologies, we are at the forefront of the industry in terms of product quality stability and price competitiveness.

We adopt a unique three-stage gradient calcination process to ensure that the product has high purity and excellent bioavailability. The content of magnesium oxide remains stable at over 85%, and the content of heavy metals is far below the international standard limits. This high quality guarantee makes our products particularly suitable for high-end animal feed formulations.
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Application suggestions and benefit analysis

In practical applications, the addition amount of magnesium oxide should be adjusted according to the type of animal, production stage and breeding environment. It is usually recommended
Lactating dairy cows: Add 0.3-0.4% to the daily diet
For fattening beef cattle: Add 0.2-0.3% to the diet
Breeding ewes: Add 0.15-0.2% to the diet

The correct use of magnesium oxide can bring significant economic benefits. Ranch practice data shows that adding high-quality magnesium oxide can increase milk production by 5-8%, raise milk fat percentage by 0.1-0.2 percentage points, and effectively prevent the occurrence of hypomagnesemia.
Magnesium oxide, as an indispensable mineral additive in modern animal nutrition, plays a significant role in enhancing feed efficiency, alleviating heat stress and improving animal health. Selecting high-quality magnesium oxide products and using them in accordance with the scientifically recommended dosage is the key to ensuring the production performance of animals and the economic benefits of breeding.

Richase Group will continue to be committed to providing high-quality magnesium oxide products and professional technical services to global customers, and jointly promote the sustainable development of animal husbandry.
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