Minerals are one of the most important things you can offer your animals to improve their overall health. But which form is best for your operation, blocks or loose minerals? Let’s walk through this decision process so you can ensure your animals are reaping the benefits of a healthy mineral program.   

Starting a mineral program should make your life easier, not harder. So, let us simplify the supplement process. Here, we will walk through 3 of our beef mineral products, so you can improve herd health, reduce costs, and get back to what you love about raising animals.

Nitrogen is the most abundant element in our atmosphere, and an essential nutrient for all plant growth. However, plants cannot simply pull nitrogen directly from the atmosphere and use it. Here we will learn about the nitrogen cycle, the microbes and microminerals that make nitrogen accessible to plants, and some best practices for fertilizing your crops. 

Selenium is an essential trace mineral that all animals need in order to survive. Here, we will learn more about what selenium is, how it supports immune health, and how to start a selenium supplement program for your land and livestock.

Fact: all living things need copper in order to survive. Also a fact: too much copper can be toxic. All living organisms have a different threshold between how much copper they need vs. how much is too much. When it comes to raising livestock, no animal has a more narrow margin of copper tolerance than sheep. Let’s learn more about why copper is essential, symptoms of copper poisoning (toxicosis), and how to maintain healthy copper levels in your herd.

There is so much more to soil than meets the eye. Beneath our feet lies a complex hive of constant physical, biological, chemical, and even electrical activity. Here, we are going to specifically explore the electrical conductivity (EC) of soil, its cation exchange capacity (CEC), and why these 2 factors are so critical for soil and plant health.

Micro-minerals are crucial for your herd’s health, even though they are only needed in trace amounts. Here, we will take a closer look at iron, why it is important, and how to stabilize your cattle’s iron intake.

DDGS are increasing in popularity as a way to reuse byproducts and reduce bio-waste. Some have asked “why doesn’t Redmond use DDGS as a carrier for your mineral supplements?” Let’s take a look how we have built our mineral program and why our filler-free mixes are worth their salt.

A successful garden always begins with good soil. So, whether your green thumb is just getting going or your seasoned garden needs a checkup, here are some helpful tips to start this growing season off right.

The beginning of spring brings a multitude of blessings like longer daylight, fresh growth, and new life. Unfortunately, spring gives pesky insects a new lease on life as well. Let’s walk through some tips on how to prepare for fly season to give you and your cattle an advantage in the battle of the bugs.