Understanding Magnesium Balance Farming Note

Magnesium balance is important for health and production. Low magnesium levels are linked to grass staggers and milk fever. Excessive supplementation will result in scouring so careful rationing is vital.

This Farming Note covers:

• Magnesium requirement
• Grass staggers
• Soil mineral balance
• Preventing grass staggers
• Current supplementation market

Issued March 2010.

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