White River Ag is proud to announce the addition of the Big Tine product line to it’s retail store offerings. What does it do? The name speaks for itself! Offered in 40 lb bags, 10 lb bags, and blocks, Big Tine is made utilizing research from the Whitetail Institute and can be fed year round. Farm manager Jeff Miller said, This is definitely one of the most compelling products on the market in this category. They spent a lot of time doing research to create a product that provides the animals the minerals they need for antler growth. Big Tine products are available now at White River Ag’s retail store. Stop by for more information on this exciting product line, or check out the product website at www.bigtine.com.
Research conducted on a dairy farm in Central Wisconsin during 2013 using White River Ag’s straw pellets as bedding for dairy calves has shown some very promising and exciting results. Traditional wood based bedding products sometimes can irritate the respiratory tract of young animals, causing infection and subsequent reduced milking potential when the animal enters the milking herd. Calves raised with the straw pellets were released to the milking herd an average of three months earlier than calves raised using wood based bedding materials. This has resulted in an average savings of $750 per animal, due to improved overall health as a result of decreased incidences of lung infections and subsequent illness. The straw pellets appear to be extremely animal friendly, and provide additional benefits beyond healthier lungs. The pellets by their nature move waste liquid away from the animal so it will not sit directly on it, and farmers have commented that as they break down, the resulting bed retains heat more readily. Additionally, waste bedding is an excellent soil amendment, ready to be spread as soon as weather allows. The fibers in the pellet contain only shredded straw, which will give an instant boost to the organic content of any soil.
White River Ag Products had a booth at the recent Northland Deer Classic in Duluth MN. At the booth, outdoor enthusiasts could grab food plotting literature, a free pen, and even buy some SEE MORE DEER food plot blends by WRAP.
If their hunting is as wonderful as their personalities, and I’d bet it is, you’d have a fantastic adventure down in New Zealand with Bert and Pennie. I’m really glad we were able to connect with them here in Duluth, said Bryan. If the 5 day event was any indication, you’ll always have a good conversation. Bert’s passion for hunting was plain to see for all who met him.
