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Rite-Start

Rite-Start

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Rite-Start is an energy drench for cows following calving, delivering 15.3 mJ of energy and minerals. Free-flowing in all weather conditions, Rite-Start is highly palatable and easy to administer. Can be used to assist in the prevention of metabolic issues.
Full Details

SKU#: PID00853

Administer Rite-Start within 12 hours of calving, and if needed, can be given again three to five days later to a down cow continuing to show signs of distress. 

  • Improves milk production
  • Improves fertility and overall health
  • Highly palatable
  • Use as a preventative of milk fever
  • Also available for sheep
Specifications
Ingredients Monopropylene glycol, molasses, 10% soya bean oil, calcium, elemental magnesium, fine grade calcium (4%) and magnesium oxide.
Application method Can be drenched via a cattle drench gun, power drencher, 1 L long neck bottle or an Easy Drencher.
Application timing Give within 12 hours of calving.
Dose Rate 1 L dose in 200 to 300 ml swallows. Repeat up to 3 to 5 days.
Suitable for Cattle.
Withholding periods Meat: NilMilk: Nil
Tech Sheet Rite-Start - Tech Sheet
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