RIVERINA CALF XLR8 PELLETS 20KG CAT16B - ONLY SUITABLE FOR CATTLE
Riverina XLR8 Pellets are a high protein, high-energy feed designed to be fed to growing beef calves from 12 weeks of age in conjunction with hay, chaff and/or pasture.
Features & Benefits:
Contains digestible ingredients for young calves.
NO UREA is used; vegetable protein meals provide natural protein, as building blocks for growth.
Riverina XLR8 Pellets contain rumen buffers and modifiers to enhance growth and performance.
Supplies essential nutrients for growth when fed with roughage.
Contains essential vitamins, minerals and flavouring.
Manufactured to strict quality control standards for incoming raw materials and the finished product.
Formulated in accordance with current research into calf nutrition and mixed using a variety of quality raw materials.
Typical Ingredients:
Barley, maize, sorghum, wheat, millrun, vegetable protein meals, pulses, limestone, dicalcium phosphate, salt, buffer, Rumensin, mould inhibitor, Riverina ruminant vitamin & mineral premix. - Base raw materials may gradually change seasonally.
Medication:
This feed contains Rumensin which supplies monensin sodium at the rate of 30 mg/kg to aid in the prevention of coccidiosis and to improve weight gain and feed efficiency.
Feeding Guide:
Gradually introduce XLR8 Pellets over a 3 week period, start feeding at 0.5% liveweight / head / day for the first 5 days.
This can be gradually increased to higher levels over the next 2 weeks.
Cool, clean, fresh water must be available at all times.
Common Questions
What age can I start feeding XLR8 Pellets to my calves?
XLR8 Pellets are designed for growing beef calves from 12 weeks of age. They should be fed in conjunction with hay, chaff and/or pasture.
How do I introduce XLR8 Pellets to my calves?
Gradually introduce XLR8 Pellets over a 3 week period. Start feeding at 0.5% liveweight per head per day for the first 5 days, then gradually increase to higher levels over the next 2 weeks. Always ensure cool, clean, fresh water is available at all times.
Does this feed contain urea?
No. XLR8 Pellets contain no urea — instead, vegetable protein meals provide natural protein as building blocks for growth.
What medication does this feed contain?
XLR8 Pellets contain Rumensin, which supplies monensin sodium to aid in the prevention of coccidiosis and to improve weight gain and feed efficiency.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via road courier. It is too large or heavy for Australia Post. Call us on (07) 5482 1692 if you have any questions about delivery to your area.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.