12 Stones S Mix (Sulfur) - is a Free Choice mineral supplement. 12 Stones S Mix aids in production of healthy hair and coats, and in hoof and horn development.
Sulfur is necessary for the life of animals, for it is an essential part of most proteins. Sulfur is necessary for the synthesis of sulfur bearing amino acids.
A deficiency limits non-protein nitrogen utilization.
Sulfur is a component of methionine and cystine (sulfur amino acids), a component of biotin and thiamine, and is involved in tissue respiration and energy metabolism through the sulfhydryl chemical groups. The optimum amount of Sulfur is in a range of 0.20 - 0.22% of the total dry matter. Sulfur is acid in nature. Sulfer-nitrogen ration should be 1-10.
Sulfur supplementation may be necessary for ruminants when urea is being fed as a source of non-protein nitrogen.
Sulfate - S limits Cu and Ca storage and protects against the toxicity.
High Zn increases fecal S.
SO4 decreases liver Mo.
Effects of an Excess of Sulfur:
Creates an acid rumen.
Increases need for copper.
A laxative effect - black scours.
Sulfur toxicity is unlikely under normal conditions.
Effects of a Deficiency of Sulfur:
Limits NPN (non protein nitrogen) utilization.
Reduced growth rate due to sulfur amino acid requirements for protein synthesis not being met for the animal.
Poor hair coat - shedding wool in sheep.
Poor hair, hoof, and horn development.
Excess saliva.
Watery eyes.
12 Stones S Mix - 25 Pound Bag, Item no. B007
Directions: Offer Free Choice separate from other parts of the ration.
Note: Offer a Free Choice common white salt block or common white feed mixing salt with all 12 Stones Free Choice products.
