Beat the Heat with KemTRACE® Chromium
Do your pigs have everything they need to stay healthy and productive during the hot months of summer? If chromium supplementation isn't part of your summer ration, the answer is no.
The swine industry loses between $299 and $316 million per year in profits due to heat stress.1
When pigs are exposed to prolonged heat stress conditions, they release cortisol — a stress hormone — which can lead to reduced feed intake, reduced finishing weights and, ultimately, reduced profits.
The Biology of Heat Stress and Nutrition Interactions: What's up with the guts?
Dr. Lance Baumgard
KemTRACE Chromium from Kemin is a first-of-its-kind chromium supplement on the market. Feeding supplemental chromium to pigs has been shown to reduce levels of cortisol and improve insulin functions in pigs during times of heat stress, allowing for better energy utilization under stress conditions.
KemTRACE Chromium is a proven and safe, organic trace mineral for swine, cattle and broiler chickens. It’s also highly bioavailable, ready to aid your operation whatever the temperature.
Help improve your profits! Add KemTRACE Chromium to your feed to help mitigate stressors and improve finishing weights during the hot summer months. Submit the form below, and your local Kemin representative will be in contact with you shortly.
References
1Pollmann, D. S. Seasonal effects on sow herds: industry experience and management strategies. J. Anim. Sci. 2010;88(Suppl. 3):9 (Abstr).
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